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A range hood as I understand it, typically consists of a small fan and a light. Check the ratings on the device you're installing, but if it uses less than 15 amps (and I'll bet it uses much less than 15 amps) you should be okay to use 12/2 + ground (12 gauge/2 insulated conductors/1 bare ground conductor). Protect the circuit with a breaker rated no higher than 15 amps.

If this hood is some sort of freak of nature and requires between 15 and 20 amps then use a 10/2 + ground and 20 amp breaker.

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