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1. What is the primary role of an Electrical Journeyman?
a. Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems under supervision of a Master
Electrician
b. Design and approve electrical plans
c. Work independently on high-voltage industrial systems
d. Only install residential outlets
Answer: a. Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems under supervision of a Master
Electrician
Rationale: Journeymen perform skilled electrical work but do not have full supervisory or
design authority.
2. What is the minimum experience requirement to apply for a Journeyman License in most
states?
a. 1–2 years of apprenticeship or equivalent
b. 4 years of Master-level experience
c. No experience needed
d. 6 months classroom training
Answer: a. 1–2 years of apprenticeship or equivalent
Rationale: Journeyman licensure requires hands-on experience under supervision to
ensure practical skills.
3. What is the main difference between a Master and Journeyman electrician?
a. Master supervises and designs; Journeyman executes installation and maintenance
under supervision
b. Journeyman can design systems
c. Master cannot install residential circuits
d. No difference
Answer: a. Master supervises and designs; Journeyman executes installation and
maintenance under supervision
Rationale: Journeymen work under a Master’s oversight and cannot pull permits or
approve plans.
4. What is the NEC Article 210.52 requirement?
a. Receptacle placement in habitable spaces
, b. Grounding of panels
c. Bonding of switchboards
d. AFCI installation
Answer: a. Receptacle placement in habitable spaces
Rationale: Ensures accessibility and safety in residential living areas.
5. Which of the following is allowed for a Journeyman without Master supervision?
a. Work only within defined scope of license and under a licensed Master Electrician’s
oversight
b. Pull building permits
c. Approve electrical plans
d. Design emergency systems
Answer: a. Work only within defined scope of license and under a licensed Master
Electrician’s oversight
Rationale: Journeymen cannot act independently for design or permitting.
6. What is NEC Article 110.26 about?
a. Required working space and access around electrical equipment
b. Residential outlets
c. Branch circuit overcurrent protection
d. Lighting
Answer: a. Required working space and access around electrical equipment
Rationale: Provides minimum clearances for safety when working on electrical panels and
equipment.
7. What is the purpose of a GFCI in residential circuits?
a. Protects against overload
b. Protects against ground fault currents to prevent shock
c. Increases voltage
d. Decorative only
Answer: b. Protects against ground fault currents to prevent shock
Rationale: GFCIs detect current leakage to ground and quickly interrupt the circuit to
reduce electrocution risk.
8. Which type of wire is typically used for residential 120/240V circuits?
a. 14 or 12 AWG copper
b. 4/0 aluminum
c. 6 AWG copper only
d. 8/0 copper
, Answer: a. 14 or 12 AWG copper
Rationale: NEC recommends 14 AWG for 15A circuits and 12 AWG for 20A circuits in
residences.
9. What is a journeyman electrician responsible for in a commercial project?
a. Install wiring, devices, and equipment per plans and NEC requirements
b. Submit permit applications
c. Approve plans
d. Only measure voltage
Answer: a. Install wiring, devices, and equipment per plans and NEC requirements
Rationale: Journeymen execute electrical work safely under supervision.
10. Which device protects branch circuits from overcurrent?
a. Circuit breaker or fuse
b. GFCI
c. AFCI
d. Switch
Answer: a. Circuit breaker or fuse
Rationale: Overcurrent devices prevent overheating and fire hazards.
11. What is NEC Article 250.4 about?
a. Grounding and bonding safety requirements
b. Branch circuits
c. Lighting
d. Switch placement
Answer: a. Grounding and bonding safety requirements
Rationale: Ensures safety by connecting conductive parts to earth and maintaining equal
potential.
12. What is the maximum number of 12 AWG conductors allowed in a 1-inch EMT conduit?
a. 8
b. 10
c. 12
d. 14
Answer: c. 12
Rationale: NEC conduit fill tables prevent overheating and allow proper conductor pulling.
13. What is a journeyman electrician allowed to do with a residential service panel?
a. Install and replace breakers per NEC, under supervision
b. Submit permits
c. Design service layouts
d. Approve plans