In which table would you make an entry for a BMS map?

  1. TCT

  2. FCT

  3. PPT

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C

AI Explanation

To answer this question, you need to understand the purpose of a BMS map and the tables in a computer system.

A BMS (Basic Mapping Support) map is used in mainframe computer systems to define the format and structure of a file or record. It specifies the position, length, and type of each field within the file or record.

In a mainframe system, the tables used for defining the structure of files or records are typically called the File Control Tables (FCT), Program Control Tables (PCT), and Page Control Tables (PPT).

Option A) TCT - The Terminal Control Table (TCT) is used to define the characteristics and behavior of terminals or devices connected to the mainframe system. It is not used for defining the structure of files or records, so it is not the correct answer.

Option B) FCT - The File Control Table (FCT) is used to define the attributes and characteristics of files in a mainframe system. It specifies the physical location, format, and access methods for files. While the FCT is related to file management, it is not specifically used for defining the structure of files or records, so it is not the correct answer.

Option C) PPT - The Program Property Table (PPT) is used to define the structure and properties of a program in a mainframe system. It specifies the program name, load module, program type, and other attributes. The PPT is not directly related to file or record structure definition, but it can be used to store information about the BMS maps associated with a program. Therefore, the PPT is the correct answer for making an entry for a BMS map.

Option D) None of the above - This option is incorrect because the correct answer is C) PPT.

The correct answer is C) PPT. This option is correct because the PPT is used to store information about the BMS maps associated with a program in a mainframe system.

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