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| Who runs it | Kentucky Dept. of Housing, Buildings and Construction, administered by Prov |
| Format | 80 questions - 180 minutes |
| Passing score | 70% |
| Open book? | YES - see the official bulletin for permitted references |
| Code edition | 2023 NEC per the current candidate bulletin |
When calculating a branch-circuit load, what minimum volt-ampere value must be assigned to each single receptacle, or to each multiple receptacle on one yoke?
B — 180 volt-amperes. Each single receptacle, or each multiple receptacle on one yoke, is calculated at not less than 180 VA. Only a single assembly of four or more receptacles drops to 90 VA per receptacle.
Finding it in the book: Chapter 2 → Article 220 (branch-circuit, feeder and service calculations) → 220.14(I). Index route: “receptacle outlets, calculation of load.”
Reviewed by Gary Jung, master electrician (SME), 2026-07-27. Original VoltMark question; never an actual exam item.
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