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1. What does AC and DC stand for in the electrical field?
2. Sometimes computers and cash registers in a foodmart are connected to a UPS system. What does UPS mean?
3. A 5,000 BTU air conditioner can efficiently cool up to 150 square feet or a 10 foot x 15 foot room. What does BTU stand for?
4. Before 1977 some fluorescent lighting fixtures used ballasts that contained PCB compounds. What does PCB mean?
5. All receptacle outlets installed in bathrooms and in outdoor locations must be GFCI protected? What does GFCI stand for?
6. The purpose of the NEC is to protect people and property from hazards and dangers associated with the use of electricity. What does NEC mean?
7. A number 12 AWG copper conductor can be placed and safely protected on a 20 amp circuit breaker. What does AWG mean?
8. Motors are rated by their HP. What does HP stand for?
9. Electricians use type AC/BX/MC cable in commercial and industrial buildings. What does AC stand for?
10. Type UF cable is used in outdoor locations and can be buried directly in the ground. What does UF mean?
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