Silent pickups like this one scream robocall trouble—it's a classic trick where automated systems listen for a human voice to verify active numbers for spam lists. That three-second hang-up? Pure confirmation you're reachable, paving the way for more junk calls or worse scams down the line. Don't sweat it if you've already answered; just block the number immediately on your phone or carrier app to cut off future attempts. For peace of mind, register your number on the National Do Not Call Registry if you haven't—it's free and weeds out legit telemarketers. Stay vigilant: never share personal info with unknowns, and report persistent nuisances to the FTC online.
Upon answering, the caller listened briefly before abruptly ending the call. How rude!
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