COBOL allows you to define your own _____ in the Procedure Division to encapsulate specific functionality.
- Macros
- Paragraphs
- Segments
- Subroutines
In COBOL, the PERFORM statement is used to execute a section of code defined as a subroutine. This allows encapsulation of specific functionality within a procedure, improving code organization and maintainability.
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