Which statement describes island outlets?

• A. Yes; to color-code islands.
• B. Yes; to provide convenient access to outlets on islands/peninsulas and ensure no point on the countertop is too far from a receptacle.
• C. No; optional.
• D. Yes; to power only lighting.

Answer: (B)

Islands and peninsulas must have receptacle outlets so you have power where you actually cook and prep, without reaching far for a plug. The idea is practical: keep every point along the countertop within a reasonable distance from a outlet so small appliances can be used safely and conveniently. That’s why the statement emphasizes providing convenient access to outlets on islands and peninsulas and ensuring no spot on the countertop is too far from a receptacle.

Color-coding islands isn’t part of the outlet requirement, and the need for outlets on these surfaces isn’t optional. Outlets aren’t limited to powering lighting; they’re intended for general-purpose use, including appliances and devices you’d use on a kitchen counter.