Which term describes conductors that carry power from the service equipment to distribution equipment or subpanels?

• A. Branch circuit
• B. Feeder
• C. Service
• D. Grounding conductor

Answer: (B)

Feeder conductors carry power from the service equipment to distribution equipment or subpanels. They form the main path from the point where the utility's power enters (the service equipment) to the panels that distribute power further to branch circuits. This is different from branch circuits, which start at distribution equipment and feed individual outlets or devices, and from service conductors, which run from the utility to the service disconnect. Grounding conductors are dedicated to grounding and do not carry normal load. So the term that describes conductors carrying power from the service equipment to distribution equipment or subpanels is feeder.