True or False: Neutrals and grounds should be bonded together only in the service panel.

The statement is true because, according to the National Electrical Code (NEC), neutral and ground conductors should only be bonded together at the service entrance or service panel. This is where the electrical system is first connected to the utility supply, creating a reference point for voltages in the system.

Bonding the neutrals and grounds at this point helps to ensure a safe and effective path for return current and fault current, minimizing the potential for electric shock and fire hazards. This configuration also helps to prevent ground loops and interference in the electrical system.

If neutrals and grounds were bonded together at other points in the system, it could create parallel paths for return current, which may lead to unnecessary voltage differences between different grounding points, increasing the risk of electrical shock and equipment malfunction. Therefore, keeping the bond between neutral and ground limited to the service panel is crucial for maintaining electrical safety and system integrity.