Q. With reference to International Mobile Equipment Identity(IMEI), consider the following statements;
1.All mobile phones have a single IMEI number.
2.The IMEI number can help network providers track down a device in case it gets stolen or is lost.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Statement 1 is incorrect: IMEI is a unique number that is used to identify a device on a mobile network. It has 15 digits and is like a phone’s unique identity.
When one uses the internet or places a call through their cellular service provider, then this number is used to verify the identity of the device. If the person has a dual SIM phone, then s/he will have two IMEI numbers, one for each slot.
Statement 2 is correct: The IMEI number can help network providers track down a device in case it gets stolen or is lost.
Source: Indian Express
