True or False: The receptacle load for 120-volt circuits is computed differently than for lighting outlets.

The statement is false because, in general, the receptacle load for 120-volt circuits and the load for lighting outlets are typically computed using the same general formulas and principles. Both load calculations take into account the expected demand and code requirements, such as those outlined by the National Electrical Code (NEC).

For standard residential calculations, each 120-volt circuit is usually based on a maximum demand of 1.5 kilowatts (1500 watts) for receptacles, while lighting outlets are computed based on similar demand factors that may also consider the total square footage of the space but typically involve different calculations only regarding required circuits or branch circuits.

The notation of specific requirements or calculations might differ depending on the application or the kind of building (residential vs. commercial), but the fundamental method of calculating the loads within the same system doesn't differ between receptacles and lighting fixtures. Hence, the proper understanding of how both types of loads are assessed leads to the conclusion that they generally follow similar methodologies when determining their electrical load.