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Life in the USA Public Services I The Telephone
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Coin Telephones
Coin telephones used to be standardized in the United States, but now there are many types. Some operate with special credit or phone cards. Local calls usually cost 50 cents, but you might be asked for more money, so make sure you have enough pocket change. Many times the voice that asks for the money will sound real, but will be recorded or a computer-generated voice. Trying to talk to this voice can be demoralizing. If you have trouble making a call, try dialing the number zero “0” to get a live operator. Next Section: Long Distance Service Public Services I: Chapter Home
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