Where should you dial 911?

• A. Only in major cities
• B. Only with a landline
• C. Only for medical emergencies
• D. Anywhere in the United States

Answer: (D)

Dialing 911 for any emergency anywhere in the United States is the standard practice. The system is nationwide, reachable from virtually any phone, and handles all types of emergencies—medical, fire, and police. Whether you’re in a city or rural area, on a landline or a cell phone, you should call 911 so dispatchers can quickly connect you to the appropriate responders and guide you until help arrives.