Quiz on Executive Order No. 109

What is the primary goal of local exchange service according to the Executive Order?

• To reduce the cost of international calls

• To limit competition among service providers

• To increase profits for telecommunications companies

• To provide universal access to telecommunications services

What does 'cost-based pricing' refer to?

• Pricing based on the perceived value of the service

• Pricing that reflects the actual cost of providing service plus a mark-up

• Pricing that is determined by market demand

• Pricing that varies by geographic location

Who is responsible for implementing the guidelines of this Executive Order?

• The Department of Transportation and Communications

• The National Telecommunications Commission

• The President of the Republic of the Philippines

• The local government units

What is meant by 'universal access' in the context of this policy?

• Access to only basic telecommunications services

• Access limited to government institutions

• Access to telecommunications services only in urban areas

• Availability of reliable and affordable telecommunications service in all areas

What is the minimum number of local exchange lines required per international switch termination?

• 100

• 400

• 200

• 300

What is the duration for existing telecommunications service providers to comply with the new requirements?

• One year

• Three years

• Ten years

• Five years

What is the purpose of cross-subsidization mentioned in the Executive Order?

• To reduce the cost of international long-distance calls

• To eliminate the need for basic telecommunications services

• To support local exchange service until universal access is achieved

• To increase competition among service providers

What is the role of authorized international gateway operators under this policy?

• To charge higher rates for local services

• To limit access to telecommunications services

• To provide local exchange service in underserved areas

• To provide only international services

What is the penalty for violations of the Executive Order?

• No penalties are specified

• Suspension of services

• Penalties as provided in Executive Order No. 59

• Fines only

What is the definition of 'Value-based pricing'?

• Pricing that is determined by government regulations

• Pricing that is fixed and non-negotiable

• Pricing that includes a variable mark-up based on service value

• Pricing based solely on the cost of service