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:
- 12.5 – 14 AWG – 15-amp
- 8 – 14 AWG – 15-amp
- 10.5 – 14 AWG – 15-amp
- 12.5 – 12 AWG – 20-amp
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The answer is d.12.5 – 12 AWG – 20-amp