What is the kitchen countertop receptacle spacing rule?

• A. Receptacles every 6 feet along the counter.
• B. One receptacle per 12 feet of counter.
• C. Receptacles only at ends of countertops.
• D. Receptacles must be placed so that no point along the countertop is more than 24 inches from a receptacle.

Answer: (D)

The main idea being tested is that kitchen countertop receptacles must be spaced so that no point along the countertop is more than 24 inches from a receptacle. This ensures you can plug in small appliances wherever you are on the counter without stretching cords across the workspace, which improves usability and safety.

That makes the correct rule the one that states no point on the countertop is more than 24 inches from a receptacle, because it directly guarantees accessible outlets anywhere you work. The other options would allow large gaps: placing outlets every 6 feet could leave a point up to 36 inches away, one per 12 feet creates even larger gaps, and having outlets only at the ends would leave interior spots without nearby power.