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 ? .
a.ability to do electrical construction work
b.electrical theory background
c.mechanical ability
d.working knowledge and ability to use the Code
The correct answer is: working knowledge and ability to use the Code
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
NEC Reference
The correct answer is: the Code
The correct answer is: 90.1(A)
The Code contains provisions considered necessary for ? .
a. a sound electrical installation
b. future demands
c. safety
d. the customer’s satisfaction
NEC Reference
The correct answer is: safety
The correct answer is: 90.1(B)
Gray shading in the NEC indicates ? .
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
The correct answer is: text that has been revised from the previous edition of the Code
NFPA is an abbreviation used in the electrical industry and means ? .
a.National Federation of Paralegal Associations
b.National Fire Protection Association
c.National Flight Paramedics Association
d.National Fluid Power Association
The correct answer is: National Fire Protection Association
Code enforcement is the responsibility of the ? .
a. authority having jurisdiction
b. design engineer
c. electrical contractor
d. local union
NEC Reference
The correct answer is: authority having jurisdiction
The correct answer is: 90.4
The Code applies to which of the following installations?
a. Aircraft
b. Floating buildings
c. Underground coal mine
d. Watercraft
NEC Reference
The correct answer is: Floating buildings
The correct answer is: 90.2; 90.2(A)(1); 90.2(B)(1); 90.2(B)(2); 90.2(A); 90.2(B)
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
NEC Reference
The correct answer is: it will result in an installation essentially free of electrical hazards
The correct answer is: 90.1(B)
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
NEC Reference
The correct answer is: All of the above
The correct answer is: 90.4
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
NEC Reference
The correct answer is: factory installed
The correct answer is: 90.7
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.
d. Neither a. nor b.
NEC Reference
The correct answer is: The Code is not intended to be a textbook for people without a working knowledge of the Code.
The correct answer is: 90.1(A)
Which of the following statements is/are true according to the Code requirements related
to Adequacy?
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.
The correct answer is: Both a. and b.
The electrical inspectors get their authority to interpret the Code provisions from ? of the Code.
a.Section 90.1
b.Section 90.2
c.Section 90.4
d.Section 90.6
The correct answer is: Section 90.4
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
NEC Reference
The correct answer is: Chapters 1, 2, 3, and 4
The correct answer is: 90.3
Based on Section 90.7, which statement(s) is/are true?
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.
The correct answer is: Listed equipment is inspected at the time of installation for the
purpose of detecting alteration or damage.
Mandatory rules of this Code are characterized by the use of the word ? .
a. must
b. permitted
c. shall
d. will
NEC Reference
The correct answer is: shall
The correct answer is: 90.5(A)
Informational Notes are used to give ? material.
a. critical
b. detailed
c. explanatory
d. explicit
NEC Reference
The correct answer is: explanatory
The correct answer is: 90.5(C)
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
NEC Reference
The correct answer is: False
The correct answer is: 90.3; 90.5(D)