ELECTRICAL

QUESTIONERS
NEC
1. Differentiate Class 1 Division 1 with Class 2 Division 2 Location.
a) Class 1 Div 1, in which ignitable concentrations of flammable gasses can exist
under normal operation condition.
Class 1 Div 2 in which volatile flammable liquid or flammable gasses are
handle, processed used by which gases & vapors can be escaped under abnormal
operation or any equipment.
b) Class 1 Div 1 In which volatile flammable liquids or flammable gases are
present under abnormal condition of any equipment.
Class 1 Div.2 - In Which ignitable Concentrations of Flammable gasses can exit
under normal operation.
c) Both a) & b) be applied.
d) None of the above.
2. In Class 1. Division locations, conduit seal fittings shall be installed within.
a)
b)
c)
d)

18 from the enclosure.

24 from the enclosure.
30 from the en closure.
None of the above.

3. What is the standard wire fill requirement for conduit sealing fittings?
a)
b)
c)
d)

30%
25%
40%
35%

4. What is the maximum percentage of cross section a conduit raceway can be filled
containing three (3) or more conductors?
a)
b)
c)
d)

100 %
50 %
40 %
Not required

5. What is the maximum distance between supports for rigid metal conduit (RMC) on
Horizontal Straight Run?
a)
b)
c)
d)

Shall be supported @ intervals not exceeding 4 meter (12 ft)

Shall be supported @ intervals not exceeding 5 meters (15 ft)
Shall be supported @ intervals not exceeding 3 meters (10 ft)
None of the above.

6. Per NEC, How many degrees bend permitted in a conduit run?

a)
b)
c)
d)

180C
270C
360C
None of the above.

7. Per NEC. What is the minimum number of conduit threads should be engaged @
hazardous locations at least number of?
a)
b)
c)
d)

5 threads
4 threads
3 threads
None of the above

8. Per NEC. What is the maximum number of over current devices allowed in branch
circuit Panel board?
a)
b)
c)
d)

45 over current devices

50
55
42

9. Per NEC. What is the minimum working clearance requirement in front of low
voltage electrical equipment?
a)
b)
c)
d)

900 mm (3ft)
800 mm (2.5ft)
700 mm (2.25ft)
600 mm (2ft)

10. Per NEC, which of the following listed below are or maybe present in the air in
quantities sufficient to produce explosive or ignitable mixture?
a)
b.)
b)
c)

Flammable gases or vapor

Combustible gas
Easily ignitable fibers or flying by which are not likely to suspension in the air
All of the above.

11. What article in NEC you can find grounding system?

a)
b)
c)
d)

300
350
400
250

12. Per NEC, what is the percent ampacity of Branch circuit conductors supplying
single motor-compressor?
a)
b)
c)
d)

50 %
60%
100%
125%

13. Per NEC, All 125 volts, single phase, 15,20 amps receptacles installed in location
specified in Bathrooms & Kitchens shall be:
a)
b)
c)
d)

Single receptacle.
Duplex receptacle
Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)
None of the above

14. Per NEC, Open conductor for outside branch circuit run between building shall be
separated from open conductor of other circuits or system by not less than:
a)
b)
c)
d)

100 mm (4 in)
150 mm (6 in)
50 mm (2 in)
300 mm (12 in)

15. Which type of enclosure can be installed in hazardous indoor location?

a)
b)
c)
d)

NEMA 4x
NEMA 3 & 4
NEMA 3R
NEMA 7, 8

16. What is the required color code for neutral conductor?

a)
b)
c)
d)

Black
White
Gray
White /Gray Both

17. What method is permitted to be utilized for splicing direct buried cables?
a)
b)
c)
d)

Splice Box
Not Permitted
Materials suitable for the application
a&c

18. Chapter five of the NEC deals with _________ occupancies.

a)
b)
c)
d)

Hazardous
Non hazardous
Dwelling units
None of the above

19. What is the minimum length of free conductors shall be left at each Outlet, Junction
& Switch point for splices or connection of fixtures or devices?
a)
b)
c)
d)

6 inches
4 inches
2 inches
1 inches

20. How many hours the maximum current is expected to continue on a continuous
load?
a)
b)
c)
d)

4 HRS or More
2 HRS or More
3 HRS or More
5 HRS or More

21. NEMA VE-1 & 2 are standards reference for:

a)
b)
c)
d)

Cable Tray System

Conduit System
Panel boards
None of the above

22. In hazardous classified locations, seals are needed in the following instances.
a) Where conduit leaves a division 1 or Division 2 area to a less or none hazardous
location.
b) Where conduit enters an explosion proof type enclosure with arcing devices or
high temperature equipment.
c) Where conduit enters an enclosure with Terminal splices or taps (If the conduit is
2 inches or more in diameter)
d) All the above.
23. Where the voltage exceeds 600 volts, Nominal, Permanent & conspicuous warning
signs shall be provide reading as follows:
a)
b)
c)
d)

Careful Low voltage keep out

Danger high voltage keeps out.
Danger high voltage out
Danger high speed keep out

24. A service drop conductors & service entrances conductors shall be arranges so that
water service raceway or equipment.
a)
b)
c)
d)

Will slide
Will not enter
Will enter
Will transfer.

25. In case of appliance receptacle/outlets installed in dwelling unit for specific

appliances, such as Kitchen Equipment. It shall be installed within of the
intended location of the appliance.
a) 1.8 m
b) 2.3 m
c) 3.5 m
d) 4.5 m
26. What is the reference table from NEC that requires the maximum number of
conductors permitted in standard boxes?
a)
b)
c)
d)

NEC 110
NEC 240
NEC 250. 66 (Table-1)
NEC 314.16 (A)

27. UL Standards for what?

a)
b)
c)
d)

Underwriters Laboratories
United Laboratories
Under Ground Laboratories
None of the above

28. Electrical Equipment shall be:

a)
b)
c)
d)

Loosely secured to the surface on which it is mounted.

Firmly secured to the surface on which it is mounted
Securely unfastened in place
All the above

29. Per NEC, under which of the following conditions shall EMT conduit not be used?
(Select all that apply).
a)
b)
c)
d)

Where protected from corrosion solely by enamel.

Exposed & concealed installation
Where during & after installation shall be subject to physical damage
All of the above

30. Which of the following is true about Panel boards?

a) Snap switches rated @ 30 AMPS or less shall have over current protection not in
excess of 200 Amps.
b) Panel boards can be used to medium voltage
c) Shall have minimum 900 mm clearance in front
d) None of the above.

31. What are the basic reasons for grounding system?

a) To limit the voltages imposed by lightning or by accidental contact with higher
voltage lines.
b) To stabilize the voltage under normal operating conditions (Which maintains the
voltage @ one level relative to ground)
c) To facilitate the operation of over current devices, such as Fuses Circuit Breakers
or Relays. Underground fault conditions.
d) All of the above.

32. Per NEC, how are grounding conductors & bonding Jumpers connected to the
equipment?
a)
b)
c)
d)

Exothermic welding
Listed pressure connectors
Listed clamps or other listed means
All of the above

33. Per NEC, What is over current by definition?

a). Any voltage excess on the rated amender of equipment.
b). Any current in excess of the rated current of equipment or the ampacity of a
conductor.
c). Any voltage excess on the capacity rating of equipment or current limiting factor.
d). None of the above.

34. Which of the following cables listed below are suitable for class 1, division 1 & 2
Locations?
a).
b).
c).
d).

Armored type
Metal clad (MC type)
PLTC Power limited tray cables
None of the above.

35. A 3-Phase system has phase to phase 480V AC, what is the phase-to-ground
Voltage ?
a).
b).
c).
d).

480/SQ.ROOT OF 3 = volts
480/CU.ROOT OF 3 = volts
480/3 = volts
None of the above

36. A raceways shall only be used as a means of support for other raceway on the
Following condition:
a). Where the raceway or means of support is identified for the purpose.
b). Where the raceway contains power supply conductor for electrically controlled
Equipment
c). Where the raceway is used to support boxes or conduit bodies in accordance with
314.23
d). All of the above