Multiple choice technology mainframe

Column 8 is in area A

  1. True

  2. False
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A Correct answer
Explanation

In COBOL's fixed-format source code layout, Area A covers columns 8-11. This is where division headers (IDENTIFICATION DIVISION, etc.) and section names must begin. Column 8 is indeed in Area A, making the statement true. Area B (columns 12-72) is for sentences and statements.

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