Journeyman Electrician Practice Exam

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When calculating conduit fill, what factors must be considered?

Only the size of the largest conductor
The number and size of all conductors
Only the insulation type of conductors
Only conductor length

The correct answer is: The number and size of all conductors

When calculating conduit fill, it is essential to consider the number and size of all conductors being installed in the conduit. This is because the conduit has specific fill limits established by National Electrical Code (NEC) guidelines to ensure that conductors have enough space for heat dissipation, which helps prevent overheating and potential failures. Each conductor occupies a certain amount of space within the conduit, and the total fill must not exceed the allowable percentage based on the conduit size. Therefore, for a proper and safe installation, all conductors must be accounted for, ensuring that their combined size fits within the conduit’s capacity. While factors such as insulation type and conductor length may influence other computational aspects, they do not determine the conduit fill directly. The core focus is on the quantity and dimensions of the conductors themselves to maintain safety and code compliance.