If two floor receptacles are both within 12 inches of a wall, how many count toward the required number of receptacle outlets?

If two floor receptacles are both within 12 inches of a wall, how many count toward the required number of receptacle outlets?

• A. Neither
• B. One
• C. Both
• D. Only the closer one

Answer: (C)

All floor receptacles count as separate outlets toward the required total. If two floor receptacles are both located within 12 inches of a wall, each one is still a distinct outlet, so you add two toward the required number. The 12-inch proximity rule doesn’t reduce their count; it simply confirms they’re acceptable floor outlets and can be included in the tally.

All floor receptacles count as separate outlets toward the required total. If two floor receptacles are both located within 12 inches of a wall, each one is still a distinct outlet, so you add two toward the required number. The 12-inch proximity rule doesn’t reduce their count; it simply confirms they’re acceptable floor outlets and can be included in the tally.