Excel Population Data Analysis

This tutorial demonstrates how to use Microsoft Excel to graph population data extracted from the CIA World Factbook. It covers calculating population density using a simple formula, creating population and density graphs, and analyzing population growth by considering births, deaths, and migration. The tutorial also explains how to format cells, copy formulas, and organize data for effective visualization.

What is the primary source of the population data used in the tutorial?

• United Nations Database

• World Health Organization

• CIA World Factbook

• International Monetary Fund

Which formula is used to calculate population density in Excel?

• Population plus Area

• Population multiplied by Area

• Area divided by Population

• Population divided by Area

How can you ensure consistent formatting for decimal places in Excel?

• Use the 'Insert' menu

• Select 'Page Layout' options

• Use the 'Data' tab

• Right-click and select 'Format Cells'

What is the simplest type of graph to create for population data in Excel?

• Line Graph

• Pie Chart

• Column Chart

• Scatter Plot

How can you change the series in a graph to give each country a different color?

• Change series to columns

• Adjust the legend

• Change series to rows

• Use a pie chart

What key should you hold to selectively highlight non-adjacent cells in Excel?

• Shift

• Alt

• Ctrl

• Tab

What label is suggested for the y-axis when graphing population density?

• Density per region

• Population per area

• Persons per square kilometer

• People per square mile

Which factors are considered when analyzing population growth in the tutorial?

• Climate and geography

• Education levels and health

• Births, deaths, and migration

• Employment rates and GDP

What does a negative population change indicate?

• An increase in population

• No change in population

• A decrease in population

• Stable population

What is the final step after creating a graph in Excel according to the tutorial?

• Drag the graph to the desired sheet location

• Save the file

• Print the graph

• Email the graph