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According to Canadian electrical code, what is the maximum permissible overcurrent protection for a 20 amp branch circuit supplying a single motor?

For a single motor, the overcurrent protection can be sized up to 250% of the motor's full-load current, often allowing for a larger breaker than the circuit's

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Question: According to Canadian electrical code, what is the maximum permissible overcurrent protection for a 20 amp branch circuit supplying a single motor?

Answer options:

  • 20 amps
  • 25 amps ✅ 30 amps
  • 40 amps

Correct answer: 30 amps

Explanation: For a single motor, the overcurrent protection can be sized up to 250% of the motor's full-load current, often allowing for a larger breaker than the circuit's wire rating for starting current.

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