Question 4007 of 850 · Texas Journeyman Electrician Exam
Under the NEC 2023 and 2026, a dwelling family room has a wet bar with a sink and permanent provisions for beverage preparation. A receptacle in this bar area is 8 ft from the sink. Is GFCI protection required?
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Correct answer to question 4007
- C: Yes, areas with a sink and permanent beverage preparation provisions are covered
Explanation
The 2023 edition added areas with sinks and permanent provisions for food preparation, beverage preparation or cooking to the dwelling list in 210.8(A). The receptacle is covered by that item even though it is beyond the 6 ft sink distance.
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