TSO/ISPF Mock Test For Cbe13mj001
Questions and Answers
- 1.
How can one add lines to a clipboard without losing the lines that are already stored on said clipboard?
- A.
Use the block command CC ... CC and the command CUT +
- B.
Use the block command CC ... CC and the command CUT ADD
- C.
Use the block command CC ... CC and the command CUT APPEND
- D.
This is not possible
Correct Answer
C. Use the block command CC ... CC and the command CUT APPENDExplanation
The correct answer is to use the block command CC ... CC and the command CUT APPEND. This command allows the user to add lines to the clipboard without losing the lines that are already stored on the clipboard. The CUT APPEND command appends the selected lines to the clipboard, preserving the existing content.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Give the command that allows to quit this screen without saving any possible changes
- A.
EXIT
- B.
CANCEL
- C.
EXIT NOSAVE
- D.
EXIT WITH CANCEL
Correct Answer
B. CANCELExplanation
The command "CANCEL" allows you to quit the screen without saving any possible changes.Rate this question:
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- 3.
The Command '(' does --
- A.
Shift Column to LEFT BY 2 COLS
- B.
Shift Column to RIGHT BY 2 COLS
- C.
Removes all '(' from a line
- D.
Shift Column to LEFT BY 1 COLS
Correct Answer
A. Shift Column to LEFT BY 2 COLSExplanation
The correct answer is "Shift Column to LEFT BY 2 COLS". This command will shift the column to the left by 2 columns.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Q.14) UNDO COMMAND CAN WORK ONLY WHEN
- A.
RECOVERY IS TURNED OFF?
- B.
UNDO ON
- C.
RECOVERY IS TURNED ON
- D.
AUTO SAVE IS ON
Correct Answer
C. RECOVERY IS TURNED ONExplanation
The correct answer is "RECOVERY IS TURNED ON" because the undo command is used to reverse the previous action and restore the system to its previous state. In order for the undo command to work, the system needs to have a recovery mechanism in place that keeps track of the changes made and allows for reverting back to a previous state. If the recovery feature is turned off, the undo command will not be able to function properly.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Q.15) Secondary extent is allocated when the dataset is allocated?
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Secondary extent is not allocated when the dataset is allocated. Secondary extent is allocated only when the primary extent is filled and more space is needed for the dataset.Rate this question:
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- 6.
If I want to modify the position of my command line, which option do I have to use when I am positioned on the POM (Primary Option Menu) of ISPF?
- A.
0
- B.
1
- C.
2
- D.
3.2
Correct Answer
A. 0Explanation
In ISPF, the primary option menu (POM) is the starting point for navigating through different options. To modify the position of the command line, you need to use option 0. This option allows you to change the position of the command line to the top or bottom of the screen, making it more convenient for entering commands and viewing the output.Rate this question:
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- 7.
The OWNER column in the ST screen indicates
- A.
User id who has run the job
- B.
User id who has written the job
- C.
Both
- D.
None
Correct Answer
A. User id who has run the jobExplanation
The OWNER column in the ST screen indicates the user id who has run the job. This means that it displays the user id of the person who initiated or executed the job.Rate this question:
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- 8.
WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING IS NOT A SUBSYSTEM?
- A.
DB2
- B.
VSAM
- C.
CICS
- D.
VTAM
Correct Answer
B. VSAMExplanation
VSAM (Virtual Storage Access Method) is not a subsystem. It is a file management system used on IBM mainframe operating systems. DB2, CICS, and VTAM are all examples of subsystems. DB2 is a database management system, CICS is a transaction processing system, and VTAM is a telecommunications access method.Rate this question:
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- 9.
WHAT IS THE TOTAL EXTENTS FOR A PS/PDS DATASET?
Correct Answer
16Explanation
The total extents for a PS/PDS dataset are 16. This means that the dataset is divided into 16 separate storage units or blocks. Each extent can hold a certain amount of data, and when one extent is filled, the dataset will automatically allocate the next extent to continue storing data. Having multiple extents allows for efficient storage and retrieval of data within the dataset.Rate this question:
- 10.
WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING COMMAND USED TO FIND THE MEMBER?
- A.
M MEMBERNAME
- B.
MEMBERNAME M
- C.
NONE
- D.
C MEMBERNAME
Correct Answer
A. M MEMBERNAMEExplanation
The command "M MEMBERNAME" is used to find the member.Rate this question:
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- 11.
WHICH LINE COMMAND IS USED TO COPY THE MEMBER?
- A.
C
- B.
COPY
- C.
CO
- D.
NONE
Correct Answer
A. CExplanation
The correct answer is "C" because in most programming languages, the "C" command is commonly used to copy files or members.Rate this question:
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- 12.
WHICH LINE COMMAND IS USED TO PRINT THE SPOOL JOB ?
- A.
X
- B.
PRINT
- C.
P
- D.
C
Correct Answer
A. XExplanation
The line command "X" is used to print the spool job.Rate this question:
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- 13.
WHICH COMMAND IS USED TO FIND THE NUMERIC DIGITS IN DATASET?
- A.
P'.'
- B.
P'='
- C.
P'#'
- D.
P'$'
Correct Answer
C. P'#'Explanation
The command "P'#'" is used to find the numeric digits in a dataset. It searches for the character '#' in the dataset and returns any numeric digits that are found.Rate this question:
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- 14.
SD37
- A.
SECONDARY QTY IS ZERO
- B.
PRIMARY QTY IS ZERO
- C.
ALL THE EXTENTS ARE USED
- D.
DIRECTORY BLOCK IS FULL
Correct Answer
A. SECONDARY QTY IS ZEROExplanation
The correct answer is "SECONDARY QTY IS ZERO". This means that the secondary quantity, which refers to the amount of a particular item that is available as a backup or reserve, is equal to zero. This suggests that there are no additional or backup resources available, which could potentially cause issues or limitations in the given context.Rate this question:
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- 15.
WHAT IS RACF?
Correct Answer
RESOURCE ACCESS CONTROL FACILITYExplanation
RACF stands for Resource Access Control Facility. It is a security software product developed by IBM for controlling access to resources in a mainframe environment. RACF provides authentication and authorization services, allowing system administrators to define and enforce access control policies for various resources such as datasets, programs, and system functions. It ensures that only authorized users can access and manipulate these resources, thereby protecting the integrity and confidentiality of the mainframe system.Rate this question:
- 16.
WHAT IS SDSF? WHAT IS ISPF?
Correct Answer
SYSTEM DISPLAY SEARCH FACILITY INREACTIVE SYSTEM PRODUCTIVITY FACILITYExplanation
SDSF stands for System Display Search Facility, which is a tool in mainframe systems that allows users to monitor and manage jobs and resources. It provides interactive displays and search capabilities to view and control the system's resources, such as jobs, datasets, and storage. On the other hand, ISPF stands for Interactive System Productivity Facility, which is a software product that provides a user-friendly interface for interacting with mainframe systems. It includes various tools and utilities to perform tasks like editing files, managing datasets, and submitting jobs. However, the correct answer for this question is SDSF, as it accurately represents the acronym.Rate this question:
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The command 'X' does--
- A.
Executes a line
- B.
Exceludes the current word
- C.
Excludes the current line from display
- D.
Inserts X for teh Current line
Correct Answer
C. Excludes the current line from displayExplanation
The command 'X' excludes the current line from display.Rate this question:
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- 18.
OPTION 3.2 FOR TO LIST THE DATASET?
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The given answer is "False" because option 3.2 is not a correct way to list the dataset. It is likely that there is a missing context or information in the question that would provide a correct method for listing the dataset. Without that information, it is not possible to provide a more specific explanation.Rate this question:
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- 19.
WHAT IS OPTION FOR SUPERCE UTILITY?
- A.
3.12
- B.
3.10
- C.
3.14
- D.
3.13
Correct Answer
D. 3.13 -
- 20.
In which edit mode is it possible to consult a dataset, even if it is opened for writing by someoneelse? (choose multiple)
- A.
BROWSE
- B.
VIEW
- C.
EDIT
- D.
PRIVATE EDIT
Correct Answer(s)
A. BROWSE
B. VIEWExplanation
In the BROWSE and VIEW edit modes, it is possible to consult a dataset even if it is opened for writing by someone else. These modes allow users to access and read the data without making any changes to it. Therefore, even if another user has the dataset open for editing, you can still use the BROWSE or VIEW mode to view the data without any issues.Rate this question:
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- 21.
WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING LINE COMMAND IS USED TO SUBMIT THE MEMBER WHICH IS HAVING JCL CODING INSIDE?
- A.
SE
- B.
J
- C.
SJ
- D.
SV
Correct Answer
B. JExplanation
The line command "J" is used to submit the member which is having JCL coding inside.Rate this question:
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- 22.
HOW TO EXECUTE THE LAST LINE COMMAND THAT IS EXECUTED?
- A.
=
- B.
&
- C.
==
- D.
NOT POSSIBLE
Correct Answer
A. =Explanation
The correct answer is "=" because the "=" symbol is used to assign a value to a variable or execute a command. In this case, the last line command can be executed by using the "=" symbol.Rate this question:
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- 23.
HOW TO RETRIEVE THE LAST COMMAND LINE COMMANDS?
- A.
RET
- B.
RETRIEVE
- C.
RETV
- D.
RETF
Correct Answer
B. RETRIEVEExplanation
To retrieve the last command line commands, the correct option is "RETRIEVE". This option suggests that by using the "RETRIEVE" command, one can access and view the previously entered command line commands. It implies that this command allows the user to recall and retrieve the command history, making it the appropriate choice for the given question.Rate this question:
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- 24.
CMPLINE NTOP 'PAGE'
- A.
STARTS COMPARING WHEN IT FIND THE STRING PAGE IN NEW DSN FROM TOP
- B.
STARTS COMPARING WHEN IT FIND THE STRING PAGE IN OLD DSN FROM TOP
- C.
STARTS COMPARING WHEN IT FIND THE STRING PAGE IN NEW DSN FROM BOTTOM
- D.
STARTS COMPARING WHEN IT FIND THE STRING PAGE IN OLD DSN FROM BOTTOM
Correct Answer
A. STARTS COMPARING WHEN IT FIND THE STRING PAGE IN NEW DSN FROM TOPExplanation
The correct answer is "STARTS COMPARING WHEN IT FIND THE STRING PAGE IN NEW DSN FROM TOP" because the given statement implies that the comparison process begins when the string "PAGE" is found in the new DSN (Data Set Name) starting from the top. This suggests that the comparison is performed in a top-down manner, starting from the beginning of the new DSN.Rate this question:
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- 25.
WHICH COMMAND IS USED TO GET THE COLUMN TAB?
- A.
COLUMN
- B.
COLS
- C.
COL
- D.
CO
Correct Answer(s)
B. COLS
C. COLExplanation
The correct answer is "COLS, COL". These commands are used to get the column tab. The "COLS" command is used to display the column tab in a table format, while the "COL" command is used to display the column tab in a single column format. Both commands can be used to retrieve and view the column tab in a database or spreadsheet program.Rate this question:
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- 26.
HOW TO CREATE THE NEW MEMBER AND COPY CONTENT FROM OLD MEMBER WHEN YOU ARE IN MEMBER LIST PANEL?
- A.
S NEWMEM;COPY OLDMEM
- B.
S OLDMEM;COPY NEWMEM
- C.
S NEWMEM;CO OLDMEM
- D.
S NEWMEM;C OLDMEM
Correct Answer
A. S NEWMEM;COPY OLDMEMExplanation
To create a new member and copy content from an old member when you are in the member list panel, the correct command is "S NEWMEM;COPY OLDMEM". This command specifies that a new member named NEWMEM should be created and the content from the old member named OLDMEM should be copied to it.Rate this question:
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- 27.
WHICH COMMAND IS USED TO SAVE THE CONTENT IN VIEW MODE?
- A.
REPLACE
- B.
CREATE
- C.
COPY
- D.
CANCEL
Correct Answer
A. REPLACEExplanation
The command "REPLACE" is used to save the content in view mode. This command replaces the existing content with the new content and saves it.Rate this question:
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- 28.
SCREEN SIZE OF 3270 EMULATOR?
Correct Answer
24X80Explanation
The screen size of a 3270 emulator is 24x80. This means that the display has 24 rows and 80 columns, allowing for a total of 1920 character positions. This screen size was commonly used in older computer terminals and emulators, providing enough space to display text-based information and interface with mainframe systems.Rate this question:
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WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING COMMAND IS USED TO COMPARE DATASETS?
- A.
COMP 'DSN'
- B.
COMPR 'DSN'
- C.
COMPAR 'DSN'
- D.
COM 'DSN'
Correct Answer
A. COMP 'DSN'Explanation
The COMP command is used to compare datasets.Rate this question:
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- 30.
WHICH COMMAND IS USED TO LIST ONLY SELECTED JOBS IN SPOOL?
- A.
PRE USERID
- B.
SUFFIX USERID
- C.
PR USERID
- D.
OWNER USERID
Correct Answer
A. PRE USERIDExplanation
The command "PRE USERID" is used to list only selected jobs in the spool.Rate this question:
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