Receptacle outlets in floors shall not be counted as part of the required number of receptacle outlets unless located within ___ feet of the wall.

• A. 4
• B. 1 1/2
• C. 6
• D. 5

Answer: (B)

In dwelling units, floor receptacle outlets only count toward the required number if they are within 1.5 feet (18 inches) of a wall. This threshold keeps floor outlets aligned with wall-adjacent seating and working spaces, ensuring usable reach while preventing floor outlets placed far from any wall from inflating the required count. The measurement is taken from the wall to the center of the receptacle on the floor. If a floor receptacle is farther than 18 inches from a wall, it does not count toward the required number, though it can still be installed to serve the area.