Excel Naming and Sorting Techniques

What is the purpose of naming ranges in Excel?

• To create visual charts automatically

• To protect data from being edited

• To sort data in ascending order

• The purpose of naming ranges in Excel is to simplify formulas and improve clarity.

How do you create a named range in Excel?

• Select cells, go to 'Data' > 'Sort', enter name, click 'OK'.

• Highlight cells, right-click and choose 'Insert Comment'.

• Select cells, go to 'Home' > 'Format', enter name, click 'Save'.

• Select cells, go to 'Formulas' > 'Define Name', enter name, click 'OK'.

Which of the following is NOT a sorting option in Excel?

• Sorting by color

• Sorting by font size

• Sorting by date

• Sorting by cell border

How can you sort data in Excel by multiple columns?

• Select data, go to 'Data' tab, click 'Sort', add levels for multiple columns, and click 'OK'.

• Use the 'Insert' tab to create a chart for sorting data.

• Right-click on the data and choose 'Delete' to remove duplicates.

• Select data, go to 'Home' tab, and click 'Format' to sort.

What is the function of the AutoFilter feature in Excel?

• The AutoFilter feature in Excel filters data based on specified criteria.

• It sorts data in ascending order only.

• It removes duplicate entries from the dataset.

• It creates charts based on selected data.

What happens to the data when you apply a filter in Excel?

• The data is sorted in ascending order automatically.

• The data is copied to a new sheet for analysis.

• The data is permanently deleted from the spreadsheet.

• The data that does not meet the filter criteria is hidden from view.

Can you use named ranges in formulas?

• Yes, you can use named ranges in formulas.

• Named ranges are only for data validation, not formulas.

• You can only use cell references in formulas, not named ranges.

• No, named ranges cannot be used in formulas.

Which of the following is NOT a valid way to create a named range in Excel?

• Using the Name Box above the worksheet

• Using the Define Name option on the Formulas tab

• Typing a name directly into a cell

• Using the Name Manager in the Formulas tab

When naming a range in Excel, which of the following should you avoid?

• Using underscores (_) in the name

• Starting the name with a number

• Using descriptive words

• Using only letters and numbers

If you sort a column that is part of a named range, what happens to the named range by default?

• The named range automatically updates to follow the sorted data

• The named range stays fixed to the original cells, not the sorted data

• The named range is deleted

• The named range changes to include the entire worksheet