Chapter 16, Problem 1R

To determine

Find the circuits that supply power to the garage.

Answer to Problem 1R

Lighting branch circuit B14 and receptacle branch circuit B23 are the circuits that supply power to the garage.

Explanation of Solution

Discussion:

Lighting branch circuit B14 is a $15\text{ampere}$ branch circuit that originates from Panelboard B in the recreation room. The branch circuit is brought to the two-gang switch box that is placed next to the service door on the front wall of the garage. Some localities in dwelling unit may require an individual $20\text{ampere}$ branch circuit for overhead garage door operator.

Receptacle branch circuit B23 is a $20\text{ampere}$ branch circuit that supplies power to the four receptacles and the door operator in the garage. The branch circuits from B24 to B26 are identified to be used as an optional electric vehicle-charging outlet.

Conclusion:

Thus, Lighting branch circuit B14 and Receptacle branch circuit B23 are the circuits which supplies to the garage.