Which stage produces a set of mock data (rows or columns) as per the specified metadata?
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Switch stage
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Row/Column generator
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Transformer stage.
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None of the above
B
Correct answer
Explanation
The Row Generator and Column Generator stages in DataStage are specifically designed to create mock or test data based on metadata specifications. They generate sample data rows or columns with defined data types and values without requiring an actual data source, which is useful for testing and development purposes.