Which statement best describes Enhanced 911?

• A. Call audio is encrypted.
• B. Phase 2 location only.
• C. No location data is provided.
• D. Delivery of location information with a 911 call.

Answer: (D)

Enhanced 911 centers on delivering location information along with the 911 call. When you dial 911, the system not only routes the call to the correct Public Safety Answering Point but also automatically sends the caller’s location to the dispatcher. This helps responders find the caller quickly, even if the caller can’t describe where they are. For landlines, the location is typically the registered address; for wireless calls, Phase II data provides more precise positioning, such as street-level or GPS coordinates. It also often carries the caller’s callback number (ANI) so the PSAP can reach them again if needed. This capability is what makes Enhanced 911 different from basic 911, which does not reliably provide location data. The other statements don’t fit because E911 isn’t defined by audio encryption, it isn’t limited to Phase II location only, and it definitely includes location data.