Identifying Neutrals - 200.6 - 180 Degree Education

What does a grounded conductor typically refer to in electrical code?

Neutral wire

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Ground wire

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Hot wire

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Conduit

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According to the NEC, how should grounded conductors of size 6 AWG or smaller be identified?

With a continuous white or gray outer finish

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With any color of insulation

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By using colored tape at the terminations

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No specific requirements

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Which of the following is true about field identification of insulated grounded conductors of 4 AWG or larger according to the NEC?

They should be marked with distinctive white or gray at its terminations or along its entire length.

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They must be identified by a continuous red or blue outer finish.

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They can be identified using any color of insulation.

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No field identification is necessary for these sizes.

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Identifying Neutrals – 200.6