Excel Functions and Formatting Concepts

This video tutorial demonstrates how to calculate relative frequency in Excel. It begins with an introduction to the concept and proceeds to show how to use the SUM function to calculate the total. The tutorial then explains how to create relative frequency by dividing individual values by the total, using absolute references to maintain the correct formula structure. Finally, it covers formatting options to display the results in a preferred format.

What is the first step in setting up a relative frequency table in Excel?

• Create a pie chart.

• Calculate the average of the data.

• Copy and paste a chart from another source.

• Use the VLOOKUP function.

Which Excel function is used to calculate the total of a set of numbers?

• AVERAGE

• PRODUCT

• COUNT

• SUM

How do you ensure a cell reference remains constant when copying a formula in Excel?

• Use a hashtag (#).

• Use a semicolon.

• Use an asterisk (*).

• Use a dollar sign ($).

What is the purpose of dragging the formula down in the relative frequency calculation?

• To change the formula to a different function.

• To apply the formula to all cells in the column.

• To create a new worksheet.

• To delete the formula.

What happens if you don't use a dollar sign in a cell reference when copying a formula?

• The cell will be highlighted.

• The reference will remain constant.

• The reference will change relative to the position.

• The formula will not work.

How can you change the number of decimal places displayed in Excel?

• By adjusting the column width.

• By formatting the cells.

• By using the SUM function.

• By changing the font size.

What is the default number of decimal places shown in Excel?

• Two

• Four

• Zero

• One

How can you convert a decimal number to a percentage in Excel?

• By multiplying by 100.

• By formatting the cell as a percentage.

• By using the SUM function.

• By using the AVERAGE function.

What is the benefit of converting relative frequency to percentage format?

• It changes the data type.

• It reduces the file size.

• It makes the data easier to interpret.

• It increases the data accuracy.

Which menu option allows you to format cells in Excel?

• Review

• Data

• Insert

• Format