Question 4085 of 731 · Texas Journeyman Electrician Exam
A 20-ampere branch circuit supplies lighting units and also fastened-in-place utilization equipment. What is the maximum total rating of the fastened-in-place equipment?
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Correct answer to question 4085
- D: 10 amperes
Explanation
210.23 limits the total rating of utilization equipment fastened in place to 50 percent of the branch circuit rating when the circuit also supplies lighting units, cord-and-plug equipment or both. Half of 20 amperes is 10 amperes.
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