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Journeyman Electrician Exam (NEC-based)

Texas: local rules: practice questions

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Question 1 · Texas

What standard applies to electrical work in an unincorporated area of Texas?

  1. Standards at least as stringent as the state electrical code
  2. The nearest city's code, whatever it is
  3. Only manufacturer instructions
  4. Whatever the property owner and contractor agree in writing
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A. Standards at least as stringent as the state electrical code — §1305.201(e).

Question 2 · Texas

May a Texas municipality adopt local amendments to the National Electrical Code?

  1. Only if the amendment is approved by the local electric utility first
  2. Only with the governor's approval
  3. Yes, and electrical work in the city must follow local ordinances
  4. No, only the state may amend the code
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C. Yes, and electrical work in the city must follow local ordinances — §1305.201(c)–(d).

Question 3 · Texas

May a Texas city require a state-licensed electrician to pass a city exam to work within the scope of the license?

  1. Yes, every city may require its own exam
  2. No
  3. Only for commercial work
  4. Only cities over 100,000 people
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B. No — §1305.201(b).

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