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Receptacles, Switches, and Lighting Logic

Do not memorize diagrams blindly; understand incoming power, outgoing load, and what the switch controls.

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Understand typical functional terminals of receptacles, switches, and fixtures.
Recognize switch legs and always-hot conductors.
Know why photos, labels, and verification matter before disconnecting.
A switch typically controls the hot side so the load no longer receives supply when off.
A white conductor is not always neutral; older switch loops may be re-identified.
Receptacle brass terminals commonly take hot, silver neutral, and green ground.

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