Summary of NEC Code Changes 2023 - Quiz

Quiz Question

1. In Article 110.3 [B] installation and use, QR codes are increasingly found on a variety of items, enabling users to access extensive information about a product. Listing standards for Arc-Fault Circuit-Interrupters now permit the use of printed materials, QR codes, and internet addresses to obtain information. CMP (Code Making Panel)-1 created a new informational note ___________ the use of a QR code to access installation instructions, assuring electrical professionals that QR codes, when available, are an acceptable method for finding this important information.
Allowing
Not allowing
2. In Article 110.20, reconditioned equipment, the change will give guidelines for inspecting, evaluating, and approving reconditioned equipment. It aims to alleviate frustration in the field among installers, manufacturers, and AHJs when this equipment is being installed or considered for repair or replacement.
True
False
3. Article 110.22 [A] Identification of disconnecting means, helps determine when the
disconnecting means is required or not required.
Identification of the instrument panel and its manufacturer
4. Article 110.21 [A][1] explain the change that was made for
Equipment Markings
Reconditioned Equipment uses
Field-Applied hazard marking
5. The new change in Article 110.4 [A] Examination, Identification, Installation, Use, and Listing (Product Certification) of Equipment, helps the electrical professional for information regarding cybersecurity for the network-connected life safety equipment.
True
False
6. The change in article 210.8 [B] [7] GFCI protection for personnel will require the electrical professional to provide GFCI protection for fixed or stationary appliances that are within _______ of the top inside edge of the bowl of a sink.
6 feet
12 feet
36 feet
7. In Article 210.8 [F] Outdoor outlets; the change address the issue of older existing outlets that are not GFCI protected when new or replacement equipment is provided. This change will increase the overall level of safety by providing the same level of protection as a new outlet. A new requirement has been added to 210.8(F) by CMP (Code Making Panel)-2, stating that when equipment supplied by an outlet covered under the requirements of this section is replaced, the outlet shall be GFCI protected.
True
False
8. In article 210.52 [C] Island and peninsular countertops and work surfaces the change will prohibits the installation of the receptacle outles
Below the countertop
Above the countertop
9. In Article 210.7 lighting outlets required; laundry area needs to be illuminated and has been added to the list of "wall mounted control device" list.
True
False
10. In article 220.57 Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment ( EVSE) Load, CMP-2 added this new section for load calculation for electric vehicles. This guidance __________ for the electric professionals to calculate volt-ampere requirements for electric vehicle load.
Was needed
Was not needed
11. In Article 300.14 length of free conductors at outlets, junctions, and switch points CMP (Code making panel) added a text _________ free conductors to be spliced at outlets and switch points.
Permitting
Not permitting
12. Articles 305 General Requirements for Wiring Methods and Materials for Systems Rated Over 1000 Volts ac, 1500 Volts dc, Nominal Was created for general wiring methods and installations applying to wiring methods for systems rated
Over 1000 volts ac, 1500 Volts dc, nominal
Over 50 volts ac, and 100 volts dc, nominal
Under 50 volts ac, and 100 volts dc, nominal
13. Article 312.10 Screws and other Fasteners were introduced, because
Damage to the conductors and the possibility of starting a fire has been a concern.
Screws and Fasteners are highly susceptible to corrosion
14. The screws and fasteners are placed near the edges of the metal boxes and conduits
To protect against the conductors from the sharp ends of the screws.
To create more space for the wiring and conductors inside the metal box.
15. In article 320.23 Cable run across the top of framing in accessible attics, the term “framing members” has replaced Joists, when considering installation of armored cable: type AC
True
False
16. In Article 342.20 [B] Intermediate metal conduit, a change was made that ______trade size is the largest that can be installed.
6-inch
9- inch
12- inch
17. Article 352.33 [B] Reaming and threading (rigid metal Conduit) was added due to earth movement. The CMP added requirements for an expansion fitting to be installed for underground runs of buried PVC conduit that comes out of the ground.
True
False
18. In Article 404.16 Reconditioned equipment, the control devices that have been damaged as a result of exposure to water, fire or explosion.
Can be cleaned and put back to service
Cannot be cleaned and put back to service
19. In Article 406 [D] Receptable faceplates with Integral night lights/USB charger, limits the faceplate’s load to one watt or less and specifically requires the screws on the receptacles to be made only of:
Brass or copper alloy
Non-metallic and plastic screws
20. In article 408.4 Descriptions required the requirement for circuit directories
Will clarify labeling and description for panelboards for electrical professionals
Will clarify the manufacturer of the panelboard.
21. Articles 616.10 Motor fuel dispensers,was revised from "Gasoline dispensers" to "Motor fuel dispensers" this revision will help the industry to understandthis requirement for all the flammable liquids.
True
False
22. Article 620.22 [A] Car (elevator) light Receptacles, Auxiliary Lighting and Ventilation was revised to specify
Permissible loads on the car light circuit
Permissible weight of the elevator car and components.
23. Article 624.44[A] Portable Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment was revisedto allow 60 ampere receptacles. This will allow the electric professionals to install larger branch circuits and overcurrent protective devices for electric vehicle charging.
True
False