You are inspecting an existing home and notice that the service cable is exposed. What is the minimum protection required for the service cable according to the 2023 NEC?

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You are inspecting an existing home and notice that the service cable is exposed. What is the minimum protection required for the service cable according to the 2023 NEC?

Conduit
BRaceway
CDirect burial
DNo protection required

Exam tip

Ensure that the service cable is adequately protected to prevent damage and ensure safety.

Why A is correct

According to 2023 NFPA 70 NEC 300.5(A), the service cable must be protected by conduit. Raceway (option b) is not specified for this application. Direct burial (option c) and no protection required (option d) are not in compliance with the code.

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