Beginning Excel

What do you call the blank boxes on a spreadsheet?

• cells
• info
• squares
• spots

What would be a correct formula for sum in excel?

• =SUM(B3:B9)
• =SUMB3+B9
• SUM(B3:B9)
• =ADD(B3:B9)

_____ are vertical. 

• Rows
• Columns

________ are horizontal

• Rows
• Columns

A combination of numbers and symbols used to express a calculation. Always begins with an = sign.

• Cell address
• Worksheet
• Formula

Microsoft Excel is what type of software?

• Word Processing
• Spreadsheet
• Presentation
• Drawing

Which symbol must you use to begin a formula?

• +
• =
• /
• *

How do you make a cell the active cell?

• Click the ACTIVE button
• Click INSERT CELL
• Click on the cell
• Cells are always active

What is the name of this cell?

• B10
• 5B
• B5
• A5

True or False: Spreadsheets can be used in everyday life by analyzing sports stats, grades, and creating a budget for expenses?

• True
• False