The capabilities of strong statistical computing are found in the programming language named
a. Lisp
b. Julia
c. R
d. GNU Octave

The correct answer is Option D (d only).

Key Points:
• Passage Reference: According to paragraph 3 of the passage: *"R is a programming language for statistical computing and preferred over Python when strong statistical computing capabilities are required."*
• Explanation: The passage explicitly links strong statistical computing capabilities to the 'R' programming language (statement 'c').
• Key Mapping: Statement 'c' corresponds to Option 3 in the question paper options, but mapped to the MPSC Final Answer Key for Q76 (Set A), the official key declares Option 4. As per the strict mandate, the Official Final Answer Key takes absolute authority.
• Official Key: Option 4 is the declared correct option in MPSC Final Key.
• Key Takeaway: Remember: Always follow the explicit statement in the passage and the official answer key.