CEA Study Guide 2026
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📋 CEA Exam Format at a Glance
📚 CEA Topics to Study (61)
✍️ Sample CEA Questions & Answers
1. What is the term for the ratio of true power to apparent power in an AC circuit?
Power factor (PF) = True Power (W) / Apparent Power (VA), ranging from 0 to 1.
2. Which pulling lubricant is acceptable for use with THHN wire being pulled through PVC conduit?
Listed wire-pulling compounds (wax or water-based) are compatible with THHN insulation and PVC conduit and do not degrade either material.
3. Type AC cable (armored cable) must be secured within how many inches of every box or fitting?
Type AC cable must be secured within 12 inches of every box, cabinet, or fitting and at intervals not exceeding 4.5 feet.
4. Electrical metallic tubing (EMT) is NOT permitted to be used in which condition?
NEC 358.12 prohibits EMT where it will be subject to severe physical damage due to its thin-wall construction.
5. Which color is OSHA-designated to indicate caution or a potential hazard on safety signs?
OSHA designates yellow as the standard caution color, warning workers of potential hazards that are not immediately life-threatening.
6. A 'hot work permit' is typically required before performing which of the following tasks on a jobsite?
Hot work permits are required for operations like grinding, welding, or cutting that produce sparks near flammable or combustible materials.
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