Which PROC PRINT step correctly applies the specified format for the test variable?

The correct answer applies the specified format correctly by ensuring that the format statement is structured appropriately within the PROC PRINT step. In this case, the format for the variable 'test' is applied using the FORMAT statement, which is followed by the variable name and the desired format.

In the chosen option, the FORMAT statement is specific: it takes the variable 'test' and applies the 'score.' format to it. The period at the end of 'score.' indicates that this is a SAS format, which clarifies that you're referring to a formatted version of the variable. This syntax adheres to the proper usage within PROC PRINT, allowing for the output to correctly reflect the formatted values when the procedure executes.

In contrast, the other choices contain syntax that does not conform to the expected formatting for this PROC PRINT step. For instance, while one option lacks the period, which is necessary for indicating a proper format. Another option incorrectly places the FORMAT statement in a manner that does not conform to SAS syntax requirements. The remaining choice omits specifying the variable entirely, resulting in a format that would not apply correctly to 'test'.