Single conductors specified in Table 310.4(1) must be installed in a Chapter 3 wiring method [Sec. 300.3(A)]. All conductors of a circuit, including the neutral and equipment grounding conductors ...
A. Raceways and cable sheaths must be mechanically continuous between boxes, cabinets, and fittings [300.12]. Exception No. 1: Short sections of raceways used to provide support or protection of cable ...