EBK ELECTRICAL WIRING RESIDENTIAL
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ISBN: 9781337516549
Author: Simmons
Publisher: CENGAGE LEARNING - CONSIGNMENT
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Chapter 16, Problem 17R
When outdoor receptacles are installed where a cord will be plugged in permanently, such as in the case of decorative lighting, the cover must provide weatherproof integrity when the cord is plugged in. True or false? (Circle your answer and provide the NEC reference if the statement is true.) NEC ______________.
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