A. 20 feet
B. 10 feet
C. 15 feet
D. 5 feet
Answer: B. 10 feet
Explanation:
The minimum clearance distance that equipment should be kept away from power lines of different voltage levels is shown in below table.
Voltage | Minimum clearance distance (feet) |
Up to 50 kV | 10 |
50 to 200 kV | 15 |
200 to 350 kV | 20 |
350 to 500 kV | 25 |
500 to 750 kV | 35 |
750 to 1000 kV | 45 |
Over 1000 kV | 50 |
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