Question 4087 of 790 · California General Electrician Exam
In a dwelling unit, a 30-ampere branch circuit is permitted to supply which of the following?
Exactly one answer is correct.
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Correct answer to question 4087
- B: Utilization equipment such as a clothes dryer
Explanation
210.23 permits a 30-ampere branch circuit to supply fixed lighting with heavy-duty lampholders only in other than dwelling units, or utilization equipment in any occupancy. A dryer on a 30-ampere circuit is a typical example.
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