Question 6068 of 844 · Washington 01 Journey Level Electrician Exam

In an unfinished basement, NM cable run at angles to joists must be run through bored holes or on running boards if it is smaller than

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Correct answer to question 6068

  • D: Two 6 AWG or three 8 AWG conductors

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Cables smaller than two 6 AWG or three 8 AWG conductors must be run through bored holes in joists or on running boards. Larger cables may be secured directly to the lower edges of the joists. See 334.15(C).

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