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Hot wire can be either black, or red in most cases. However in certain situations (such as 3 or 4 way switches) the white, or neutral wire may be "hot". Such cases should always be taped or colored black, but sometimes are not. Best to test with a good circuit tester, they will tell you voltage, as well as polarity!

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