. The only exception to the need for all information technology equipment to be satisfactorily grounded is where the equipment is A. DC powered. B. backup generator powered. C. double-insulated. D. isolated equipment. 2. Which section of the National Electrical Code lists sizing requirements for wire-type equipment grounding conductors? A. 250.66 B. 250.118 C. 250.4 D. 250.122

. The only exception to the need for all information technology equipment to be satisfactorily grounded is where the equipment is A. DC powered. B. backup generator powered. C. double-insulated. D. isolated equipment. 2. Which section of the National Electrical Code lists sizing requirements for wire-type equipment grounding conductors? A. 250.66 B. 250.118 C. 250.4 D. 250.122

EBK ELECTRICAL WIRING RESIDENTIAL

19th Edition

ISBN:9781337516549

Author:Simmons

Publisher:Simmons

Chapter5: Conductor Identification, Switch Control Of Lighting Circuits, Bonding/grounding Of Wiring Devices, And Induction Heating

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 23R: Define an equipment grounding conductor.

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