True or False: NEC Section 220.44 allows general-purpose receptacles calculated at 180VA per outlet to be adjusted according to demand factors.

The assertion is true because NEC Section 220.44 indeed permits the use of demand factors to adjust the load calculated for general-purpose receptacles. When determining the load for these receptacles, a standard calculation of 180 VA per outlet is applied. However, if these receptacles are properly grouped or are part of an overall system equipped with multiple outlets, the demand factors can be utilized to reflect the realistic usage based on demand rather than applying the full 180 VA for every single outlet.

This adjustment is beneficial in load calculations as it more accurately represents the anticipated actual current draw on the system, allowing for better sizing of feeders and services. The use of demand factors helps to reduce the overall load calculations, ensuring more efficient electrical design and preventing unnecessary over-sizing of electrical systems.