Question 6068 of 790 · California General Electrician Exam
In an unfinished basement, NM cable run at angles to joists must be run through bored holes or on running boards if it is smaller than
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Correct answer to question 6068
- D: Two 6 AWG or three 8 AWG conductors
Explanation
Cables smaller than two 6 AWG or three 8 AWG conductors must be run through bored holes in joists or on running boards. Larger cables may be secured directly to the lower edges of the joists. See 334.15(C).
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