Services & DistributionQuestion 39 of 521
Under the optional dwelling calculation, how are the general loads (other than heating/AC) treated?
a.All at 100%
b.All at 40%
c.First 10 kVA at 100%, remainder at 40%
d.First 3 kVA at 100%, remainder at 35%
Explanation
Per 220.82(B), the sum of general loads is taken at 100% for the first 10 kVA and 40% for the remainder. The 3 kVA/35% split belongs to the standard method, not the optional calculation.
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