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What size wire would you use to wire a motor that draws 16 A from a circuit? A. #16 AWG B. #12 AWG C. #18 AWG D. #14 AWG

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#14 AWG size wire would you use to wire a motor that draws 16 A from a circuit

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The 16A overload safeguard device guards the 14 AWG transmitters against overcurrent, while the 40A short-circuit safeguard device preserves them from short circuits. Overcurrent security can exceed 15 for 14 AWG.

#14/2 is a nonmetallic wrapped package of 3 solid 14 AWG wires holding an exposed area in the center of 2 insulated conductors. The insulation enclosing the two conductors is white and black, for neutral and “hot” respectively. This cover for 14 AWG cable is normally white when applied for NM-B wiring designed for electrical frequency in a dry place. #14 wire is used essentially in lighting circuits with a 15-ampere circuit breaker.

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