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The term 'ampacity' refers to...
Ampacity is a portmanteau of 'ampere capacity' and is defined in CEC Section 0 as the maximum current a conductor can carry continuously under specified conditi
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Question: The term 'ampacity' refers to...
Answer options: ✅ The maximum current a conductor can carry continuously without exceeding its temperature rating.
- The opposition to current flow in an AC circuit.
- The voltage drop across a conductor.
- The ability of a device to withstand a short circuit.
Correct answer: The maximum current a conductor can carry continuously without exceeding its temperature rating.
Explanation: Ampacity is a portmanteau of 'ampere capacity' and is defined in CEC Section 0 as the maximum current a conductor can carry continuously under specified conditions of use without exceeding its temperature rating.
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