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A numerical designation serves as a geographical identifier for telephone communication within a specific region of Southern California. This code prefaces the seven-digit local number, ensuring calls are routed to the correct destination. For instance, when dialing a number within this area, the sequence would begin with this three-digit identifier followed by the recipient’s individual number.

Its significance lies in its role in managing and organizing telecommunications infrastructure. It allows for efficient allocation of phone numbers and helps to define service areas for businesses. Historically, its creation was necessitated by population growth and the increasing demand for telephone lines in the greater Los Angeles region, allowing for expansion beyond previously existing codes.

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This numerical identifier designates a specific geographic region within the North American Numbering Plan. It facilitates telephone communication to and from the covered area. As an example, a telephone number within this zone would begin with these digits followed by a seven-digit subscriber number.

The implementation of this code provided necessary relief to a previously existing area code, ensuring adequate telephone number resources to meet growing demand. This action often accompanies population increases or economic expansion within a region. Furthermore, its introduction avoids service disruption for residents and businesses located there.

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