Report a question

You cannot submit an empty report. Please add some details.
0%

Article 200-285 Part06

This comprehensive quiz contains 50 questions carefully selected from the National Electrical Code (NEC) Articles spanning 200 through 285. These articles cover a broad spectrum of vital topics related to electrical installations within this section of the code.

The questions in this quiz are chosen randomly to provide a thorough assessment of your knowledge across these essential NEC articles. While we strive for a diverse set of questions, some fundamental principles may be revisited in different contexts due to their relevance to multiple sections within this range. This approach ensures a robust evaluation of your understanding.

We encourage you to actively participate and provide feedback. If you identify any issues or have suggestions for improving the quiz questions, please report them. Your contributions are invaluable in helping us maintain the accuracy and effectiveness of these learning resources.

Think about the NEC guidelines regarding the bonding of grounded conductors and their sizing based on ungrounded conductors.

1 / 50

The grounded conductor of each separately derived system shall be bonded to the nearest available point of the metal water piping system(s) in the area served by each separately derived system, and each bonding jumper shall be sized in accordance with Table 250.102(C)(1) based on the largest ungrounded conductor of the separately derived system.

Consider the minimum cover depth that provides sufficient isolation for metal components to avoid grounding requirements.

2 / 50

Metal components in a run of underground nonmetallic raceway and isolated from possible contact by a minimum cover of ____ in. to all parts of the metal components shall not be required to be connected to the grounded system conductor, supply-side bonding jumper, or grounding electrode conductor.

Consider the specific conditions under which FMC and LFMC are required to include an equipment grounding conductor.

3 / 50

Listed FMC and LFMC shall contain an equipment grounding conductor if the raceway is installed for the reason of ____.

Consider the NEC guidelines regarding the installation of grounded conductors in relation to lighting circuits in areas used for human occupancy.

4 / 50

As a general rule, the grounded circuit conductor for the controlled lighting circuit must be installed at the location where switches control lighting loads supplied by a grounded general-purpose branch circuit serving bathrooms, hallways, stairways, or rooms suitable for human habitation or occupancy, as defined in the applicable building code.

Consider the minimum depth requirement for grounding electrodes that ensure proper electrical grounding.

5 / 50

One or more metal in-ground support structure(s) in direct contact with the earth vertically for ______ ft or more, with or without concrete encasement, is permitted to be a grounding electrode in accordance with 250.52.

Consider the provisions in the NEC that allow the structural frame of a building to serve as part of the grounding system.

6 / 50

The metal structural frame of a building shall be permitted to be used as a conductor to interconnect electrodes that are part of the grounding electrode system, or as a grounding electrode conductor. Hold-down bolts securing the structural steel column that are connected to a concrete-encased electrode that complies with 250.52(A)(3) and is located in the support footing or foundation shall be permitted to connect the metal structural frame of a building or structure to the concrete-encased grounding electrode.

Consider the gauge limit below which grounding electrode conductors must be protected due to potential physical damage.

7 / 50

Grounding electrode conductors smaller than ____ AWG shall be protected in rigid metal conduit, IMC, PVC conduit, electrical metallic tubing, or cable armor.

Consider the minimum size requirements for grounding electrode conductors based on the type of electrodes used.

8 / 50

If the grounding electrode conductor or bonding jumper connected to a single or multiple rod, pipe, or plate electrode(s), or any combination thereof, as described in 250.52(A)(5) or (A)(7), does not extend on to other types of electrodes that require a larger size conductor, the grounding electrode conductor shall not be required to be larger than _____ AWG copper wire.

Consider the different components to which metal water piping systems can be bonded for effective grounding.

9 / 50

The metal water piping system(s) installed in or attached to a building structure [250.104(A)(3)] shall be bonded to ________.

Consider the different components that can serve as bonding points for exposed structural metal in a building.

10 / 50

Exposed structural metal interconnected to form a metal building frame that is not intentionally grounded or bonded and is likely to become energized shall be bonded to the __ .

Consider the two conditions that provide sufficient isolation for metal components in nonmetallic raceways.

11 / 50

Metal components shall not be required to be connected to the equipment grounding conductor or supply-side bonding jumper where the metal components are __.

12 / 50

The bonding jumper used to bond the metal water piping system shall be sized in accordance with _____ except as permitted in 250.104(A)(2) and 250.104(A)(3).

Consider the materials that are commonly used for grounding connections in electrical installations.

13 / 50

The common grounding electrode conductor installed for multiple separately derived systems shall be permitted to be a _____ pipe that complies with 250.68(C)(1).

Consider the maximum trade size limitations for FMC when used as an equipment grounding conductor according to NEC standards.

14 / 50

Listed FMC can be used as the equipment grounding conductor if the conduit does not exceed trade size ____.

Consider the NEC guidelines regarding the installation of equipment grounding conductors in parallel with circuit conductors.

15 / 50

Where circuit conductors are installed in parallel in multiple raceways or cables and include an EGC of the wire type, the equipment grounding conductor shall be installed in parallel in each raceway or cable, sized in compliance with 250.122 based on the overcurrent protective device for the feeder or branch circuit.

Consider the specific requirements for grounding electrode conductors when associated with concrete-encased electrodes.

16 / 50

In an AC system, if the size of the grounding electrode conductor or bonding jumper connected to a concrete-encased electrode does not extend on to other types of electrodes that require a larger size of conductor, the grounding electrode conductor shall not be required to be larger than ______ AWG copper.

Consider the requirements for continuity in grounding systems to ensure effective grounding and bonding.

17 / 50

Ferrous metal raceways and enclosures for grounding electrode conductors shall be electrically continuous from the point of attachment to the cabinet or equipment to the grounding electrode.

Think about the typical minimum thickness specified for grounding electrodes to ensure they are durable and effective.

18 / 50

Grounding electrodes of bare or electrically conductive coated iron or steel plates must be at least how many inches thick?

Consider the minimum size requirements for grounded conductors when installed alongside parallel ungrounded conductors.

19 / 50

Where service-entrance conductors are installed in parallel in two or more raceways or cables, the size of the grounded conductor in each raceway or cable shall be based on the total circular mil area of the parallel ungrounded service-entrance conductors in the raceway or cable, sized in accordance with 250.24(C)(1), but not smaller than ________ AWG.

Consider the environmental factors that might affect the integrity and functionality of grounding connections.

20 / 50

A rebar-type concrete-encased electrode installed in accordance with 250.52(A)(3) with an additional rebar section extended from its location within the concrete to an accessible location that is not subject to _____ shall be permitted for connection of grounding electrode conductors and bonding jumpers.

Think about the maximum number of auxiliary equipment grounding conductors allowed when multiconductor cables are used in parallel.

21 / 50

If multiconductor cables are installed in parallel in the same raceway, auxiliary gutter, or cable tray, _____ equipment grounding conductor(s) that is(are) sized in accordance with 250.122 shall be permitted in combination with the equipment grounding conductors provided within the multiconductor cables and shall all be connected together.

Think about the types of circuits that the equipment grounding conductor can be based on when conductors are installed in parallel.

22 / 50

If circuit conductors are installed in parallel in the same raceway or cable tray, a single wire-type conductor shall be permitted as the equipment grounding conductor and sized in accordance with 250.122, based on the overcurrent protective device for the ____.

Consider the NEC provisions regarding the use of building frames as grounding electrodes and the requirements for bonding jumpers.

23 / 50

A separate water piping bonding jumper shall be required if the metal frame of a building or structure is used as the grounding electrode for a separately derived system and is bonded to the metal water piping in the area served by the separately derived system.

Consider the minimum dimensions necessary for effective grounding and bonding in electrical installations.

24 / 50

Bonding jumper(s) from grounding electrode(s) shall be permitted to be connected to an aluminum or copper busbar not less than _____ and of sufficient length to accommodate the number of terminations necessary for the installation in accordance with 250.64(F).

Think about the maximum overcurrent device ratings that allow for the use of FMC as an equipment grounding conductor in compliance with the NEC.

25 / 50

Listed FMC can be used as the equipment grounding conductor if the length in any ground return path does not exceed 6 ft and the circuit conductors contained in the conduit are protected by overcurrent devices rated at ____ or less.

Consider the minimum gauge requirement for grounding electrode conductors that necessitate protection due to potential physical damage.

26 / 50

A(n) __ ___AWG or larger copper or aluminum grounding electrode conductor exposed to physical damage shall be protected in rigid metal conduit, IMC, PVC conduit, reinforced thermosetting resin conduit Type XW (RTRC-XW), EMT, or cable armor.

Consider the minimum size requirements for grounding conductors in the context of multiconductor cables.

27 / 50

Sectioned equipment grounding conductors smaller than ____ AWG shall be permitted in multiconductor cables, if the combined circular mil area of the sectioned equipment grounding conductors in each cable complies with 250.122.

Think about the accessibility requirements for bonding jumpers in electrical installations.

28 / 50

The bonding jumper used to bond the metal shall be installed in accordance with 250.64(A), 250.64(B), and 250.64(E) and the points of attachment of the bonding jumper(s) shall be _______.

Think about the minimum number of terminations needed for proper bonding connections in communications systems.

29 / 50

Communications system bonding termination connections to an aluminum or copper busbar shall not be less than ¼ in. thick x 2 in. wide and of sufficient length to accommodate at least ____ terminations for communications systems in addition to other connections.

Consider the conditions under which certain grounding components are exempt from specific installation requirements.

30 / 50

Grounding electrode conductors and grounding electrode bonding jumpers in contact with ______ shall not be required to comply with 300.5, but shall be buried or otherwise protected if subject to physical damage.

Consider the minimum gauge requirements for grounding electrode conductors that allow for surface installation without additional protection.

31 / 50

Grounding electrode conductors ______ AWG and larger that are not exposed to physical damage can be run along the surface of the building construction without metal covering or protection.

Think about which table in the NEC provides the appropriate sizing for bonding conductors specifically for metal water piping systems.

32 / 50

A building or structure shall have the interior metal water piping system bonded with an equipment grounding conductor sized in accordance with __________.

Think about which component’s rating determines the sizing of bonding jumpers for the water piping system in a building with multiple occupancies.

33 / 50

Where isolated metal water piping systems are installed in a multiple-occupancy building, the water pipes can be bonded with bonding jumpers sized in accordance with Table 250.122, based on the size of the _______.

Think about the acceptable minimum sizes for conductors used for grounding in various materials.

34 / 50

The common grounding electrode conductor installed for multiple separately derived systems shall be permitted to be the metal structural frame of the building or structure that complies with 250.68(C)(2) or is connected to the grounding electrode system by a conductor not smaller than __.

Consider the scenarios where bonding conductors are necessary based on the usage of communications systems.

35 / 50

Means for connecting intersystem bonding conductors are not required where communications systems are not likely to be used.

Think about the role of grounding electrodes in establishing a safe electrical system.

36 / 50

The building or structure grounding electrode system shall be used as the _____ electrode for the separately derived system.

Consider the conditions under which metal gas piping can be considered bonded in relation to grounding electrodes.

37 / 50

Metal gas piping installed in or attached to a building shall be considered bonded when one or more grounding electrodes are used, if the grounding electrode conductor or bonding jumper to the grounding electrode is of sufficient size.

Consider the maximum distance allowed for interior metal water piping to effectively connect to grounding electrodes.

38 / 50

Interior metal water piping that is electrically continuous with a metal underground water pipe electrode and is located not more than __ ___ ft from the point of entrance to the building shall be permitted to extend the connection to an electrode(s).

Think about the minimum surface area needed for effective grounding in soil.

39 / 50

A buried iron or steel plate used as a grounding electrode shall expose not less than _______ sq ft of surface area to exterior soil.

Think about the materials that are typically used for bonding jumpers to ensure effective grounding and bonding.

40 / 50

Equipment bonding jumpers shall be of copper, aluminum, copper-clad aluminum, or other corrosion-resistant material.

Consider the various components to which metal water piping systems can be bonded for effective grounding.

41 / 50

Metal water piping system(s) shall be bonded to the ____________, or to one or more grounding electrodes used, if the grounding electrode conductor or bonding jumper to the grounding electrode is of sufficient size.

Consider the specific NEC requirements for bonding between metal systems and separately derived systems.

42 / 50

Metal water piping systems and structural metal that is interconnected to form a building frame shall be bonded to separately derived systems in accordance with 250.104(D)(1) through 250.104(D)(3).

Consider the NEC guidelines for bonding exposed structural metal to grounded conductors in separately derived systems.

43 / 50

If exposed structural metal that is interconnected to form the building frame exists in the area served by the separately derived system, it shall be bonded to the grounded conductor of each separately derived system, and each bonding jumper shall be sized in accordance with Table 250.102(C)(1) based on the largest ungrounded conductor of the separately derived system.

Consider the primary factor that dictates the size of the equipment grounding conductor for multiconductor cables as per NEC guidelines.

44 / 50

Except as provided in 250.122(F)(2)(b) for raceway or cable tray installations, the equipment grounding conductor in each multiconductor cable shall be sized in accordance with 250.122 based on the ____.

Think about the minimum dimensions that ensure effective electrical connections and mechanical stability.

45 / 50

Tap connections to a common grounding electrode conductor for multiple separately derived systems may be made to a copper or aluminum busbar that is _______ and of sufficient length to accommodate the number of terminations necessary for the installation.

Think about the maximum distance allowed for using interior metal water piping in grounding electrode systems.

46 / 50

Interior metal water piping that is electrically continuous with a metal underground water pipe electrode and is located more than ____ ft from the point of entrance to the building shall not be used as a conductor to interconnect electrodes of the grounding electrode system.

Think about the minimum number of disconnecting means that triggers specific grounding requirements.

47 / 50

If a building or structure is supplied by a service or feeder with _____ or more disconnecting means in separate enclosures, the grounding electrode connections shall be made in accordance with 250.64(D)(1), 250.64(D)(2), or 250.64(D)(3).

Consider the thickness necessary to ensure durability and effectiveness as a grounding electrode.

48 / 50

Grounding electrodes of bare or electrically conductive coated iron or steel plates shall be at least __ in. thick.

Think about the conditions under which structural metal can be deemed bonded in relation to grounding electrodes.

49 / 50

Exposed structural metal interconnected to form a metal building frame that is not intentionally grounded or bonded and is likely to become energized shall be considered bonded when one or more grounding electrodes are used, if the grounding electrode conductor or bonding jumper to the grounding electrode is of sufficient size.

Think about the implications of how bonding jumpers can affect the grounding system.

50 / 50

If a building or structure is supplied by a feeder from an outdoor separately derived system, a system bonding jumper at both the source and the first disconnecting means shall be permitted if doing so does not establish a __ path for the grounded conductor.

Your score is

0%

Exit

Rate & Review

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! Your feedback is greatly appreciated and helps us improve our services.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *