Multiple choice technology mainframe

What is the name of the area from character positions 73 to 80?

  1. Area C

  2. Area AB

  3. Identification area

  4. Modification area
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C Correct answer
Explanation

In COBOL coding sheet format, positions 73-80 are known as the Identification Area. This area was traditionally used for sequence numbers and program identification, though modern COBOL compilers often ignore it. The main coding areas are A (columns 8-11) and B (columns 12-72).

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