Question 5017 of 731 · Texas Journeyman Electrician Exam
The portion of a GEC that is the sole connection to a ground ring is not required to be larger than
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Correct answer to question 5017
- A: The conductor used for the ground ring
Explanation
Where the GEC connects only to a ground ring, it need not be larger than the conductor used for the ring itself. See 250.66(C).
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