Florida Home Inspector Practice Test

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What function does a double-pole breaker serve in a split-bus electrical panel?

Connects all circuits
Protects the main feeder
Isolates the 120-volt circuits
Controls the grounding system

The correct answer is: Isolates the 120-volt circuits

In a split-bus electrical panel, a double-pole breaker serves the important function of isolating the 120-volt circuits from one another. Split-bus panels are designed to allow for a division of circuits while maintaining the necessary safety and functionality of the electrical system. The double-pole breaker is typically used to control multiple circuits that operate on the same voltage, usually 240 volts, which can then be distributed across different 120-volt circuits. In practical terms, isolating the circuits helps in managing electrical loads more effectively and ensures that any faults or issues on one circuit do not affect others. This enhances the safety and efficiency of the electrical system as it prevents a single failure from causing widespread disruption to the home’s electrical supply. While other aspects of a split-bus panel involve protecting the main feeder or addressing grounding systems, those functions are separated from the role served by the double-pole breaker, which specifically pertains to the control and management of circuits at the same voltage level.