True or False: The connection point of the grounding electrode conductor and the system bonding jumper must be the same.

The statement is false. The connection point of the grounding electrode conductor (GEC) and the system bonding jumper (SBJ) does not have to be the same, though they should both be properly connected to ensure the effectiveness of the grounding system.

The GEC connects the grounding electrode system (such as ground rods, plates, or other grounding methods) to the electrical system, providing a path for fault current to safely dissipate into the ground. Meanwhile, the system bonding jumper connects the neutral conductor to the grounding system, ensuring that the neutral point is at ground potential.

Having these connections at different points can still be compliant with electrical codes and standards, as long as good grounding practices are followed, and both connections are made in a manner that maintains system safety and integrity. This separation allows for flexibility in system design while ensuring that both grounding and bonding fulfill their intended protective roles.