A hospital emergency department requires a dedicated branch circuit for lighting. According to the 2026 NFPA 70 NEC, what is the minimum branch-circuit ampacity required for this application?

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A hospital emergency department requires a dedicated branch circuit for lighting. According to the 2026 NFPA 70 NEC, what is the minimum branch-circuit ampacity required for this application?

A20A
30A
C40A
D50A

Exam tip

Remember that specific occupancies like emergency departments have unique requirements for electrical installations.

Why B is correct

The correct answer is 30A, as per 517.12(B)(1) of the 2026 NFPA 70 NEC, which specifies that lighting branch circuits in health care facilities, such as emergency departments, must be a minimum of 30A.

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A hospital emergency department requires a dedicated branch circuit for lighting. According to the 2026 NFPA 70 NEC, what is the minimum branch-circuit ampacity required for this application?

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