winnie:

Some say it is a common practice in their area and some say the short piece keep the strands intact, but I agree with you!

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I never did, nor was I ever taught to terminate the conductors as suggested.

I doubt that there are any recognized trade publications that would show that method to those who are learning about the installation practices by electricians.

I could be wrong and if so I would like to see the pages whaer they show this method as being acceptable.

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Joe Tedesco, NEC Consultant