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Group Fitness Instructor

Category - Emergencies

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Which of the following is unlikely to be a MAJOR problem with calling in an emergency from a cell phone instead of a land line?
  1. Cell phone signals may be weak and calls may be dropped
  2. Cell phones do not typically offer 9-1-1 coverage
  3. Cell phone callers must provide their location and additional information, which takes time away from dealing with the emergency at hand
Explanation
Answer: C - Most cell phone coverage includes 9-1-1 services, but there are other major problems with using a cell phone to activate the EMS. Land lines are stable, unlikely to drop calls, and they are tied into the grid, preventing the need for emergency responders to triangulate signals to locate callers. The advent of the cell phone overall has been a blessing for quick activation of the EMS; however, if a land line is readily available, it should be used.
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