In an industrial facility, a 480V, 3-phase, 4-wire system is used. What type of cable is suitable for this application?

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In an industrial facility, a 480V, 3-phase, 4-wire system is used. What type of cable is suitable for this application?

Type MC Cable
BType NM Cable
CType THWN Cable
DType USE Cable

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Ensure you know the appropriate cable types for different voltage and application requirements.

Why A is correct

According to 2026 NEC Article 330.10, Type MC Cable is suitable for 480V, 3-phase, 4-wire systems in industrial facilities. The correct answer is Type MC Cable.

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In an industrial facility, a 480V, 3-phase, 4-wire system is used. What type of cable is suitable for this application?

In an industrial facility, a 480V, 3-phase, 4-wire system is used. What type of cable is suitable for this application?

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