Because a Water Heater Represents a Continuous Load, the Branch

question 11

Multiple Choice

Because a water heater represents a continuous load, the branch circuit must be rated not less than ____ percent of the water heater nameplate rating.

• A) 80
• B) 100
• C) 125
• D) 225

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Definitions:

Socially Efficient

A condition where resources are allocated in a way that benefits society as a whole and maximizes overall welfare.

Marginal Cost

Marginal cost is the change in total cost that arises when the quantity produced is increased by one unit; it is the cost of producing one additional unit of a product.

Quantity Of Output

The total amount of goods or services produced by a firm or economy within a specific period.

Deadweight Loss

A loss of economic efficiency that can occur when the free market equilibrium is not achieved due to market failures or interventions.