IP telephones are not directly connected to the local loop.

False!

according to Network + Guide to Networks page 539

The condition of the local loop

The service provider

The length of the local loop

• A CSU/DSU terminates a digital local loop.
• A modem terminates a digital local loop.
• A CSU/DSU terminates an analog local loop.
• A modem terminates an analog local loop.
• A router is commonly considered a DTE device.
• A router is commonly considered a DCE device.

The LEC's

Last mile