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Journeyman Electrician License Exam · NEC General & Definitions

This module covers General Requirements (Art. 90) as part of the NEC General & Definitions section, testing your understanding of core concepts and their practical application.

Exam	Journeyman Electrician License Exam
Pass Rate	55%
Duration	240 minutes
Module	General Requirements (Art. 90)

Why General Requirements (Art. 90) matters

General Requirements (Art. 90) appears extensively on licensing exams because code compliance is a legal requirement for all electrical work.

Sample Practice Questions (5)

1. Per NEC 90.3, Chapter 8 covers communications systems. How does Chapter 8 relate to Chapters 1 through 7?

Chapter 8 is independent of Chapters 1-7 and is not subject to their requirements unless specifically referenced in Chapter 8
Chapter 8 supplements Chapters 1-7 the same way Chapters 5-7 do
Chapters 1-4 always override Chapter 8 requirements
Chapter 8 applies only to telephone wiring and not to data or broadband cabling

2. A swimming pool is being installed at a private residence. Per NEC 90.3, how are the applicable Code requirements determined?

Chapters 1-4 apply generally and Chapter 6 (Article 680) supplements or modifies those general rules for swimming pools
Only Chapter 6 applies; Chapters 1-4 do not apply to special equipment
Chapters 1-4 apply and Chapter 6 cannot modify any requirement in Chapters 1-4
Chapter 8 governs all pool wiring including automation and lighting

3. Per NEC 90.2(B), which of the following installations is NOT covered by the NEC?

Communications equipment under the exclusive control of a communications utility, located outdoors or in building spaces used exclusively for such installations
Electrical wiring within a mobile home connected to a site supply
A solar photovoltaic system on a commercial rooftop
Temporary wiring for a construction site

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4. An existing residential installation was built to code 5 years ago. A new NEC edition is adopted that adds requirements the existing installation does not meet. Per the NEC, what is required?

The existing installation is not required to be updated unless the AHJ specifically mandates it or the installation is modified
The installation must be brought into compliance within 12 months of adoption
The installation automatically violates code on the effective date of the new edition
The homeowner must hire an electrician to upgrade within 90 days

5. Per NEC 90.3, how are Chapters 1 through 4 related to Chapters 5, 6, and 7?

Chapters 1-4 apply generally; Chapters 5-7 can supplement or modify Chapters 1-4 for special occupancies, equipment, and conditions
Chapters 1-4 apply to residential only; Chapters 5-7 apply to commercial and industrial
All seven chapters apply equally with no hierarchy between them
Chapters 5-7 apply generally; Chapters 1-4 apply only when specifically referenced

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many General Requirements (Art. 90) questions are on the Journeyman Electrician License Exam?▼

The NEC General & Definitions section, which includes General Requirements (Art. 90), typically represents a significant portion of the exam. Focus on understanding core concepts rather than memorizing exact question counts, as the exam uses adaptive testing.

What is the best way to study General Requirements (Art. 90)?▼

Use active recall and spaced repetition rather than passive reading. Practice with realistic exam questions, review explanations for both correct and incorrect answers, and focus on understanding the reasoning behind each concept.

What topics within General Requirements (Art. 90) should I focus on most?▼

Focus on the concepts that appear in our practice questions and any areas where you consistently score below 70%. The adaptive practice mode will automatically target your weak areas for efficient study.