When Wiring Audio Equipment Using Metal Racks, What Are the Requirements

question 30

Multiple Choice

When wiring audio equipment using metal racks, what are the requirements for grounding?

• A) Both the metal rack and the equipment must be grounded
• B) Only the metal rack needs to be grounded
• C) Only the equipment needs to be grounded
• D) Neither need to be grounded because an overcurrent protection device is required by the NEC

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