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How do you code instream data in a JCL

  1. a) //SYSIN DD*

  2. b) //SYSIN DD *

  3. c) Both a and b

  4. d) Neither of the above
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B Correct answer
Explanation

In JCL, instream data is defined using the DD statement followed by a space and an asterisk, i.e., //SYSIN DD *. Option 'a' lacks the required space between the DD keyword and the asterisk, which violates JCL syntax rules.

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