Equipment & SystemsQuestion 311 of 521
Under the 2023 NEC, what unit load is used to calculate the general lighting load for a dwelling unit?
a.1 VA per square foot
b.3 VA per square foot
c.5 VA per square foot
d.10 VA per square foot
Explanation
Table 220.12 in the 2023 NEC assigns 3 VA per square foot for the general lighting and general-use receptacle load of a dwelling unit. This value is multiplied by the floor area (using outside dimensions) to determine the calculated general lighting load.
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