In COBOL, what is a stored procedure, and how is it used in database connectivity?
- A COBOL program that directly accesses the database
- A dynamic SQL statement generated at runtime
- A precompiled set of SQL statements stored in the database
- An external subroutine that manipulates data in COBOL programs
In COBOL, a stored procedure is a precompiled set of SQL statements stored in the database. It is invoked using EXEC SQL statements in COBOL programs. Stored procedures enhance modularity, security, and performance in database connectivity.
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