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A continuous load is defined by the CEC as a load where the maximum current is expected to continue for a total of:
The CEC Section 0 definition for 'Continuous load' states it is a load with the maximum current continuing for periods of 1 hour or more in any 2-hour period, o
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Question: A continuous load is defined by the CEC as a load where the maximum current is expected to continue for a total of:
Answer options:
- 3 hours or more. ✅ 1 hour or more in any 2-hour period.
- 8 hours or more in any 24-hour period.
- 12 hours or more.
Correct answer: 1 hour or more in any 2-hour period.
Explanation: The CEC Section 0 definition for 'Continuous load' states it is a load with the maximum current continuing for periods of 1 hour or more in any 2-hour period, or for more than 3 hours. Option B captures the most common part of this definition.
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