EBK ELECTRICAL WIRING RESIDENTIAL
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ISBN: 9781337516549
Author: Simmons
Publisher: CENGAGE LEARNING - CONSIGNMENT
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Chapter 2.1, Problem 17R
a.
To determine
Explain the uses of junction boxes.
b.
To determine
Explain whether all the junction boxes are normally used in first floor or not.
c.
To determine
Explain whether the junction boxes are normally used to wire exposed portion of the basement or not.
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