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For AC adjustable voltage, variable torque drive motors, the ampacity of conductors, or ampere ratings of switches, circuit breakers, or fuses, and ground-fault protection shall be based on the operating current marked on the nameplate.  If the current does not appear on the nameplate, the ampacity determination shall be based on _____% of the values given in tables 430.249 and 430.250.
a. 80%    b.  100%     c.  125%     d.  150%      e.  is not based on values given in tables 430.249 and 430.250
Answer: d       REF: 430.6(C)  of the 2017 NEC

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