Multiple choice technology mainframe

How many generations are allowed for a GDG?

  1. 0 to 9

  2. 0 to 5

  3. 000 to 999

  4. 0000 to 9999
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Explanation

Traditionally, Generation Data Group (GDG) generations are numbered using a 4-digit absolute generation number from G0001 to G9999. Although a GDG base can only hold up to 255 (or 999 in newer z/OS) active generations, the absolute generation numbers range from 0001 to 9999.

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