Residential Home Example and Electrical Plans Quiz

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What is the recommended approach for sizing electrical service according to the text?

Using a rule of thumb based on square footage of the home
Reviewing electrical loads for appliances, HVAC, lighting, and EV charging (correct)
Oversizing the service to future-proof the home
Consulting with the architect only

What is a key aspect of optimizing panel capacity according to the text?

Using oversized appliances
Selecting high-power appliances
Purchasing the largest panel available
Selecting low-power appliances and right-sizing equipment (correct)

How can power-sharing circuit switches be beneficial in home electrical planning?

To share power between 240 Volt outlets like an EV charger and an intermittently used appliance (correct)
To prevent any sharing of power between different appliances
To allow multiple appliances to share power between 120 Volt outlets
To increase energy consumption

What is a requirement for having EV charging capable spaces according to the 2020 NYStretch standards?

<p>Outlet or panel capacity and conduit for future installation of EV chargers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When do the solar ready requirements in 2020 NYStretch apply?

<p>When the conditioned floor area exceeds 1,400 square feet for detached one and two-family dwellings and townhomes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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