Code Question of the Month – December 2022

A single 1500-W cord-and-plug-connected load on a 120-volt circuit would draw ___ amps. This requires a number ___ wire and a ___ circuit breaker for the branch circuit.

Select one:

1. 12.5 – 14 AWG – 15-amp
2. 8 – 14 AWG – 15-amp
3. 10.5 – 14 AWG – 15-amp
4. 12.5 – 12 AWG – 20-amp

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The answer is d.12.5 – 12 AWG – 20-amp