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What is the function of DD DISP parameter

  1. Tells the system what to do with the dataset following normal termination of the step

  2. Describes the status of the dataset

  3. Tells the system what to do with the dataset following abnormal termination of the step

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

The DD DISP parameter in JCL specifies the disposition of a dataset after a job step completes. It tells the system what to do with the dataset following both normal and abnormal termination, and can describe the dataset's status. All these functions are covered by DISP.

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