If 60 feet (18 meters) of wiring is required to safely connect a circuit that has an 8-amp operating load, what U.S. standard wiring gauge is required?

A. 18 AWG
B. 16 AWG
C. 12 AWG
D. 10 AWG


Answer: C

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