Can I hardwire my new electric range or should I install a receptacle and plug. If hardwiring is OK, How do I deal with the exposed MNC between the wall and range?

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Can I hardwire my new electric range or should I install a receptacle and plug. If hardwiring is ok, How do I deal with the exposed MNC between the wall and range?

Thanks!
Yes, you can hardwire a range if specific codes are meet. But why would you want to! I would install the appropriate receptacle and cord.