A Disconnecting Means Is Not Required for Appliances Installed in a Basement

question 1

Multiple Choice

A disconnecting means is not required for appliances installed in a basement if ____.

• A) the branch circuit is rated for a load of 20 amperes
• B) there is a branch-circuit switch or circuit breaker can be locked in the open (on) position
• C) the branch-circuit switch or circuit breaker is within 50 ft (15 m) and can be seen while working on the appliance
• D) the branch circuit contains three or more branches

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