In the provided example data, how is the address inputted when the Type is 'H'?

When the Type is 'H' in the provided example data, the address is inputted using a positional input method. This means that the address values are read from specific positions within the data line, rather than relying on specific delimiters or formats to delineate the data. In a positional input, SAS will take the values from predefined column positions, ensuring that the data is read correctly based on its location within the input record.

Using a positional input method is particularly effective when dealing with structured datasets where the components of each entry (like address fields) are consistently located in the same columns across all records. It allows for efficient data reading without the need for additional parsing, which can be beneficial for performance and simplicity when the data format is stable.

When considering the other options, the notion of using a specific format implies that there would be predefined rules for how the address is formatted (like using a date format or numeric format), which isn't the case here as the positional method focuses solely on where the data appears. Mentioning that the address is inputted after the type field suggests a sequencing or order, which is true in a broader sense but does not capture the specific method of inputting. Lastly, saying that it is not inputted would be inaccurate