EBK ELECTRICAL WIRING RESIDENTIAL
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Chapter 4, Problem 44R
A 30-ampere branch circuit is installed for an electric clothes dryer. What is the maximum ampere rating of a dryer permitted by the NEC to be cord-and-plug connected to this circuit? Check the correct answer.
- a. ______ 30 amperes
- b. ______ 24 amperes
- c. ______ 15 amperes
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