⚡ QUESTION OF THE WEEK (2026)
#QuestionOfTheWeek2026:
An electrician is installing a dwelling-unit branch circuit supplying receptacle outlets. During the installation, they encounter a location where the required receptacle spacing rules apply.
According to the 2026 NEC, which statement is correct?
💬 Comment your answer and identify the NEC section(s) you used.
⚡ 2026 NEC
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SPOILER: the answer is A and the reason comes from 210.52(A) that says receptacle outlets shall be installed in accordance with the general requirements specified in 210.52(A)(1) through 210.52(A)(5). and immediately in 210.52(A)(1) states: Receptacles shall be installed such that no point measured horizontally along the floor line of any wall space is more than (6 ft) from a receptacle outlet. via NFPA Link. 2026 NEC.