Planning & EstimatingQuestion 361 of 521
A household electric clothes dryer is rated 4.5 kW. What value is used in the service load calculation?
a.4,500 VA
b.5,000 VA
c.5,500 VA
d.3,500 VA
Explanation
Dryers are calculated at 5,000 VA or the nameplate rating, whichever is greater. Since 4,500 VA is less than the 5,000 VA minimum, you must use 5,000 VA.
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