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What are the lengths of the areas A & B in COBOL?

  1. A: 8-11, B: 12-72

  2. A: 8-11, B: 12-80

  3. A: 8-12, B: 13-72

  4. A: 8-12, B: 13-80
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Explanation

COBOL coding sheets use fixed column positions: Area A (columns 8-11) is for level numbers, section names, and paragraph names; Area B (columns 12-72) contains executable statements and code. Columns 1-6 are for line numbers, column 7 for indicators, and columns 73-80 for identification. Options B, C, and D incorrectly extend areas beyond column 72.

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