When Testing a "Live" 120-Volt Receptacle Using a Voltage Tester

question 27

True/False

When testing a "live" 120-volt receptacle using a voltage tester, you should get a 120-volt reading when measuring from the grounded conductor connection (long slot) to the grounding conductor connection (U-shaped slot).

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