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A backsplash has 35 outlets and each box extension takes 6 minutes. How many labor hours are needed?

Correct Answer

C) 3.5 hours.

The work time is 35 x 6 = 210 minutes. Since 60 minutes equal 1 hour, 210 / 60 = 3.5 hours.

Answer Options
A
2.5 hours.
B
3.0 hours total.
C
3.5 hours.
D
4.0 hours total.

Why This Is the Correct Answer

The work time is 35 x 6 = 210 minutes. Since 60 minutes equal 1 hour, 210 / 60 = 3.5 hours.

Why the Other Options Are Wrong

Option A: 2.5 hours.

2.5 hours. is below the supported result for electrical finish labor calculation; it likely skips a premium-pay or employer-cost component.

Option B: 3.0 hours total.

3.0 hours total. is below the supported result for electrical finish labor calculation; it likely skips a premium-pay or employer-cost component.

Option D: 4.0 hours total.

4.0 hours total. is above the supported result for electrical finish labor calculation; it likely pays the wrong premium tier or counts the same hours twice.

Memory Technique

Electrical Finish Labor ladder for Scheduling Kitchen: the controlling choice climb before dollars add up.

Reference Hint

Study anchor (closed-book): memorize Electrical finish labor calculation from California Electrical Code, California Code of Regulations Title 24. / Title 24 California Electrical Code boxes at finished surfaces; know the rule or calculation trigger without relying on exam-room lookup.

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