Flashcard #3 (Lesson 4 - IA 10)

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It is used more often in residential wiring installations than in any other wiring method.

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Nonmetallic Sheathed Cable

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It is used in normal residential circuits: Type Nonmetallic cable for wet locations (NMC), Type NMS, Type ACL, Non-metallic cable for dry locations (NM)

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Non-metallic cable for dry locations (NM)

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It is used in farm buildings or similar structures, where there is usually more moisture.

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NMC

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What is the required short circuit protection rating for a No. 12 AWG (3.5 mm²) non-metallic sheathed cable?

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20 amps

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What is the required short circuit protection rating for a No. 10 AWG (5.5 mm²) non-metallic sheathed cable with copper conductors?

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30 amps

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What is the required short circuit protection rating for a No. 10 AWG (5.5 mm²) non-metallic sheathed cable with aluminum and copper clad conductors?

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25 amps

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Type NMS cable shall be permitted for both exposed and concealed work in normally dry locations.

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True

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Types NM, NMC, and NMS cables shall not be permitted if exposed in dropped or suspended ceilings in other than one- and two-family and multifamily dwellings.

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True

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NMC cable shall be permitted in outside and inside walls of masonry block or tile.

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True

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Type NMS cable is required for installation in dairy barns and similar farm buildings where cable will be exposed to fumes, vapors, or liquids.

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False