Which Article in the 2011 NEC consists of only two sections, uses the word “specific” in the title, and makes reference to seven other Articles in its scope statement?
A. Article 800
B. Article 725
C. Article 500
D. Article 510
Answer: D
Article 510 is titled “Hazardous (Classified) Locations — Specific.” This Article makes reference to Articles 511 through 517 in its scope statement and sets the stage for exactly what types of occupancies, or parts of occupancies, that are classified as hazardous locations.
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