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The minimum depth for a 120-volt, 20-ampere, GFCI protected circuit to an outdoor receptacle run under a street is ______.

Select one:
a. 12 inches
b. 18 inches
c. 24 inches
d. 36 inches

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Answer:

12 inches

Step-by-step explanation:

NEC 300.5 Direct buried cable or conduit or other raceways shall meet the following minimum cover requirements: NOTE: Residential branch circuits rated 20 amps or less at 120 volts or less and with GFCI protection at their source are allowed a minimum cover of 12 inches.

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