Feeder and branch-circuit conductors are defined as?

• A. Conductors that supply power to various electrical loads
• B. Conductors that only supply lighting
• C. Grounding conductors
• D. Service entrance conductors

Answer: (A)

Feeder and branch-circuit conductors are the wires that carry electrical power from the protective device to the loads that use the power. Feeder conductors run from the service equipment or the next overcurrent device to distribution equipment, while branch-circuit conductors extend from the last overcurrent device to outlets, lights, and appliances. In short, they are the conductors that actually supply power to various electrical loads, not just a subset like lighting alone, and not safety/earth conductors or the service entrance conductors that bring power into the building.