Code, Standards, and Practices 1, Based on the 2020 NEC Online Materials: Lesson 1 An Introduction to the National Electrical Code Flashcards

1
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Before a Journeyman Electrical Worker’s license is granted to an applicant by a governmental agency, the individual is tested primarily on his or her ? .
Select one:

a.
ability to do electrical construction work

b.
electrical theory background

c.
mechanical ability

d.
working knowledge and ability to use the Code

A

working knowledge and ability to use the Code

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The statement “The practical safeguarding of persons and property from hazards arising from the use of electricity” best describes the purpose of ? .
a. OSHA 2011
b. the Code
c. UL
d. weekly safety meetings

A

the Code

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3
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The Code contains provisions considered necessary for ? .
a. a sound electrical installation
b. future demand
c. safety
d. the customer’s satisfaction

A

safety

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Gray shading in the NEC indicates ? .
Select one:

a.
important information to know

b.
optional Code rules

c.
text that has been deleted from the previous edition of the Code

d.
text that has been revised from the previous edition of the Code

A

text that has been revised from the previous edition of the Code

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NFPA is an abbreviation used in the electrical industry and means ? .
Select one:

a.
National Federation of Paralegal Associations

b.
National Fire Protection Association

c.
National Flight Paramedics Association

d.
National Fluid Power Association

A

National Fire Protection Association

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Code enforcement is the responsibility of the ? .
a. authority having jurisdiction
b. design engineer
c. electrical contractorIn
d. local union

A

authority having jurisdiction

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7
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The Code applies to which of the following installations?
a. Aircraft
b. Floating buildings
c. Underground coal mine
d. Watercraft

A

Floating buildings

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When the provisions of the Code are followed, ? .
a. it will result in an installation completely free of electrical hazards

b. it will result in an installation essentially free of electrical hazards

c. maximum safety will result

d. the installation can be expanded without danger of overloading

A

it will result in an installation essentially free of electrical hazards

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9
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Which of the following is the responsibility of the authority having jurisdiction?
a. Approve equipment and materials
b. Grant special permission
c. Make Code interpretations
d. Waive specific Code requirements in certain cases
e. All of the above

A

All of the above

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10
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It is the intent of the Code that ? internal wiring or the construction of equipment need not be inspected at the time of installation, except to detect alterations or damage if the equipment has been listed by a qualified electrical testing laboratory.
a. factory installed
b. field installed
c. new
d. old

A

Factory installed

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Which statement(s) describe(s) the intent of the Code?

a. The Code is an engineer’s design and specification manual.

b. The Code is not intended to be a textbook for people without a working knowledge of the Code.

c. Both a. and b.Incorrect

d. Neither a. nor b

A

The Code is not intended to be a textbook for people without a working knowledge of the Code.

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Which of the following statements is/are true according to the Code requirements related to Adequacy?
Select one:

a.
The Code does not take into consideration future expansion of an installation.

b.
The Code recognizes the need for proper maintenance.

c.
Both a. and b.

d.
Neither a. nor b.

A

Both a and b

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The electrical inspectors get their authority to interpret the Code provisions from ? of the Code.
Select one:

a.
Section 90.1

b.
Section 90.2

c.
Section 90.4

d.
Section 90.6

A

Section 90.4

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The chapters of the Code that are intended to have general application are ? .
a. Chapters 1, 2, 3, and 4
b. Chapters 2, 3, and 4
c. Chapters 4, 5, and 6
d. Chapters 5, 6, and 7

A

Chapters 1, 2, 3, and 4

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Based on Section 90.7, which statement(s) is/are true?
Select one:

a.
Electrical equipment shall be reexamined for safety at the jobsite before being installed, labeled, or listed.

b.
Listed equipment is inspected at the time of installation for the purpose of detecting alteration or damage.

c.
Both a. and b.

d.
Neither a. nor b.

A

Listed equipment is inspected at the time of installation for the purpose of detecting alteration or damage.

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16
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Mandatory rules of this Code are characterized by the use of the word ? .
a. must

b. permitted

c. shall

d. will

A

shall

17
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Informational Notes are used to give ? material.
a. critical

b. detailed

c. explanatory

d. explicit

A

explanatory

18
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Information relative to the use of the NEC is provided in Informative Annexes and are a mandatory (enforceable) part of the NEC.
a. True
b. False

A

False