Correct! A. Section 210-12(b) states all branch circuits that supply 125 volt, single phase 15- and 20 amp receptacle outlets installed in dwelling unit bedrooms shall be protected by an AFCI. This requirement shall become effective January 1, 2002.

Definition: Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter - is a device intended to provide protection from the effects of arc faults by recognizing characteristics unique to arcing and by functioning to de-energize the circuit when an arc fault is detected.

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