I am trying to activate a used iphone, but it wont let me switch numbers. what do i do?

I am trying to activate a used iphone 4, but it wont let me switch numbers. The number pops up in grey writing and doesn't give me an option to change it. what do i do?

Where is this phone number showing up in gray writing? The phone number comes from the SIM card that is in the phone when you activate it.

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