Oregon General Journeyman Electrician License Exam Exam Prep
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The OR-JE exam has 52 questions and runs 3 hours.

These 10 free OR-JE questions are organized by exam domain, so you can see how each part of the Oregon General Journeyman Electrician License Exam blueprint is tested. Reveal the answer and explanation under each question.

Domain 1: Electrical mathematics

Question 1

A circuit has 120 volts and 20 ohms of resistance. What is the expected current?

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Correct answer: B - 6 amperes

Domain 2: Safety and accident prevention

Question 2

Before servicing equipment that could unexpectedly become energized, which action best represents lockout/tagout purpose?

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Correct answer: C - Control hazardous energy sources before work

Domain 4: Blueprint reading and electrical symbols

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of standardized electrical symbols on blueprints?

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Correct answer: A - Communicate installed components clearly

Domain 5: Introduction to National Electrical Code

Question 4

An Oregon General Journeyman is verifying a requirement for an electrical installation. Which source combination is most appropriate for confirming both the adopted electrical code and Oregon-specific requirements?

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Correct answer: B - The adopted NEC with Oregon amendments and applicable Oregon electrical rules

Domain 6: Electrical fundamentals and basic theory, including AC and DC

Question 5

Which statement correctly describes a parallel circuit?

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Correct answer: C - Voltage is equal across branches while current divides

Domain 7: Electrical measuring devices

Question 6

A motor has correct voltage at its terminals but will not operate. Which additional measurement is most useful for determining whether current is available under operating conditions?

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Correct answer: A - Measure current flow while operating

Domain 8: Wiring methods

Question 7

When selecting a raceway wiring method for a commercial installation, what is the primary consideration?

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Correct answer: B - Match the wiring method to the environment and code requirements

Domain 9: Low voltage and limited energy circuits

Question 8

A building control system uses a limited-energy circuit. How is this best classified?

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Correct answer: B - Low-voltage control application

Domain 10: Residential, industrial and commercial calculations

Question 9

A motor nameplate is being reviewed before conductor selection. Which information is directly needed for operating current requirements?

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Correct answer: B - Rated voltage and current information

Domain 11: Motors, generators and transformers

Question 10

A transformer changes voltage levels through which principle?

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Correct answer: B - Electromagnetic induction

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