Explain what is meant by the term appropriately reinforced when using lift-slab construction

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A structure is "appropriately reinforced" only if an independent, qualified professional engineer—other than the one who designed and planned the lift operations—certifies that failure of a lifting unit in any part of the structure will be confined to that part and will not threaten the stability of the overall structure.

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Assume a branch circuit rated at 90 A is to be installed using copper wire with type THW insulation. Use the accompanying table to determine what size conductor should be used for this installation.


a. #2 AWG copper conductor
b. #3 AWG copper conductor
c. #4 AWG copper conductor
d. #6 AWG copper conductor

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