Multiple choice technology mainframe

What is the highest priority parameter for a job

  1. a) 1

  2. b) 0

  3. c) 15

  4. d) 10
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Job priority in mainframe JCL ranges from 0 to 15, where 15 is the highest priority. The PRTY parameter accepts values in this range. Higher numbers indicate higher scheduling priority in the job queue.

AI explanation

Job priority (PRTY) in JCL/JES ranges from 0 to 15, where 15 represents the highest scheduling priority a job can be given, causing the system to favor it for execution ahead of lower-priority jobs. Lower numbers like 0 or 1 correspond to lower priority, the opposite of what's being asked.

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