WorksheetsMicrosoft Excel Basics - Year 7
Total questions: 75
Worksheet time: 41mins
How can you create a chart in Microsoft Excel?
Select data, go to Insert tab, choose chart type, customize
Click on the File tab
Type the data manually
Use the Paint tool
What is the function of formulas in Microsoft Excel?
To play music
To send emails
To create animations
The function of formulas in Microsoft Excel is to perform calculations, manipulate data, and automate tasks.
Explain the process of sorting data in Microsoft Excel.
Select range -> Format tab -> Sort button -> Choose column -> Select order -> OK
Click on cell -> Home tab -> Sort button -> Choose column -> Select order -> OK
Highlight data -> Insert tab -> Sort button -> Choose column -> Select order -> OK
Select range -> Data tab -> Sort button -> Choose column -> Select order -> OK
How can you format cells in Microsoft Excel?
Press Ctrl + F -> Type in formatting commands -> Press Enter
Select cells -> Go to 'Home' tab -> Choose formatting options
Right-click on cells -> Select 'Format' -> Choose formatting options
Open 'Insert' tab -> Click on 'Format Cells' -> Apply desired formatting
Where can you find the Excel Interface?
Microsoft Word application
Google Sheets
Microsoft Excel application
Adobe Photoshop
What is the purpose of filtering data in Excel?
To make the data harder to read
The purpose of filtering data in Excel is to focus on specific information, hide unnecessary data, and analyze data more effectively.
To slow down the analysis process
To increase the file size
How do you apply conditional formatting in Excel?
Right-click on cells, select Conditional Formatting, choose rule, set conditions, click OK.
Select range of cells, go to Home tab, click Conditional Formatting, choose rule, set conditions, click OK.
Select range of cells, go to Data tab, click Conditional Formatting, choose rule, set conditions, click OK.
Go to Insert tab, click Conditional Formatting, choose rule, set conditions, click OK.
What are the steps to create a bar chart in Excel?
Select data, go to Data tab, click on Line Chart, choose chart type
Highlight data, go to Home tab, click on Insert Chart, select Bar Chart
Select data, go to Insert tab, click on Bar Chart, choose chart type
Copy data, paste into Word document, insert a picture of a bar chart
What is the difference between SUM and AVERAGE functions in Excel?
The SUM function multiplies numbers, while the AVERAGE function divides them.
The SUM function calculates the average, while the AVERAGE function adds numbers.
The SUM function adds numbers, while the AVERAGE function calculates the average.
Both SUM and AVERAGE functions calculate the average.
How can you sort data alphabetically in Excel?
Select the range of data, go to 'Data' tab, click on 'Sort A to Z' or 'Sort Z to A' button.
Manually rearrange the data by dragging and dropping
Use the 'Filter' option to sort alphabetically
Click on the 'Format' tab and select 'Sort A to Z'
Explain the importance of cell formatting in Excel.
Cell formatting in Excel is crucial for visually enhancing data presentation, highlighting key information, and improving overall readability and organization of the spreadsheet.
Cell formatting in Excel is a time-consuming process with no benefits
Cell formatting in Excel has no impact on data analysis
Cell formatting in Excel is only used for aesthetic purposes
Where is the 'Filter' option located in Excel?
Insert tab
Home tab
Review tab
Data tab
What is the significance of conditional formatting in Excel?
It helps in emphasizing key insights and trends within the data.
It allows you to insert images into cells
It changes the font style of the entire spreadsheet
It automatically calculates formulas in Excel
How do you change the color of a cell in Excel?
Insert tab -> Color -> Apply to cell
Right-click cell -> Change color
Select cell(s) -> Home tab -> Font Color -> Choose color
Format tab -> Cell Color -> Pick color
What are the different types of charts available in Excel?
Waterfall
Polar
Gantt
Heatmap
Column, Line, Pie, Bar, Area, Scatter, Stock, Surface, Doughnut, Bubble, Radar, Combo
How can you use the IF function in Excel?
Start a formula with =IF(logical_test, value_if_true, value_if_false)
Use the IF function as a text formatting tool
IF function can only be used for basic arithmetic operations
IF function is not compatible with Excel
What is the purpose of freeze panes in Excel?
To lock specific rows or columns in place while scrolling through a large dataset.
To change the font color of specific cells
To calculate formulas automatically
To create pivot tables
Explain the process of creating a line chart in Excel.
Use the Data Analysis tool
Select the Pie Chart option
Select data, go to Insert tab, click Line Chart, choose chart type
Click on the Format tab
How do you hide specific rows in Excel?
Select rows -> Right-click -> Hide
Highlight -> Delete
Merge -> Sort
Filter -> Unhide
What is the benefit of using pivot tables in Excel?
Summarizing and analyzing large datasets
Creating animations
Baking cookies
Solving Sudoku puzzles
If you click on a letter at the top of an Excel spreadsheet, what have you done?
selected a cell
selected a range of cells
selected a row of data
selected a column of data
A four-sided arrow does what in Excel?
copies the contents of one cell to others around it
moves the contents of one cell to another location
selects the cell
Every formula starts with what?
=
+
-
( )
What is the name of the bar above the worksheet that always shows the content of a cell as is denoted by the symbol fx?
cell bar
formula bar
status bar
name box
If you click a number at the left of an Excel spreadsheet, what have you done?
selected a cell
selected a range of cells
selected a row of data
selected a column of data
Where are the two places to find the autosum feature?
Home ribbon
Insert ribbon
Function ribbon
Formulas ribbon
To exit an active formula, you always click out of the current cell?
True
False
If the following was entered into a cell, what would appear in that cell? sum(A1:B3)
the sum of A1 through B3
sum(A1:B3)
nothing
If you see the following, what does it mean? ######
the formula has an error
the contents are too large to display
text was entered where numbers should be
If you change the value in a cell then the associated graph will NOT change.
True
False
Select all of the following that are available under the Autosum button:
sum
minimum
average
maximum
division
If you center or merge and center it does exactly the same thing.
True
False
What tool allows you to capture the formatting in one location and easily format other cells the same way?
copy and paste
cut and paste
format painter
alignment tool
What is the difference in the following numbers: 1/3, .33, 33%
the value
the format
the function
If you click on a letter at the top of an Excel spreadsheet, what have you done?
selected a cell
selected a range of cells
selected a row of data
selected a column of data
A four-sided arrow does what in Excel?
copies the contents of one cell to others around it
moves the contents of one cell to another location
selects the cell
Every formula starts with what?
=
+
-
( )
What is the name of the bar above the worksheet that always shows the content of a cell as is denoted by the symbol fx?
cell bar
formula bar
status bar
name box
If you click a number at the left of an Excel spreadsheet, what have you done?
selected a cell
selected a range of cells
selected a row of data
selected a column of data
Where are the two places to find the autosum feature?
Home ribbon
Insert ribbon
Function ribbon
Formulas ribbon
To exit an active formula, you always click out of the current cell?
True
False
If the following was entered into a cell, what would appear in that cell? sum(A1:B3)
the sum of A1 through B3
sum(A1:B3)
nothing
If you see the following, what does it mean? ######
the formula has an error
the contents are too large to display
text was entered where numbers should be
If you change the value in a cell then the associated graph will NOT change.
True
False
Select all of the following that are available under the Autosum button:
sum
minimum
average
maximum
division
What are the two (2) ways to display a spreadsheet in Microsoft Excel?
fixed
value
variable
formula
If you center or merge and center it does exactly the same thing.
True
False
What tool allows you to capture the formatting in one location and easily format other cells the same way?
copy and paste
cut and paste
format painter
alignment tool
What is the difference in the following numbers: 1/3, .33, 33%
the value
the format
the function
What happens to a spreadsheet when you use the Ctrl~ command on a PC?
calculates the values in formulas
autofits the columns and rows
displays the formulas
nothing
Which page orientation makes the sides longer than the top and bottom?
landscape
portrait
fixed
variable
Margins are the white space on the spreadsheet where nothing prints.
True
False
If you selected (A1:B5) what is this called?
row
column
cell range
cell grouping
To arrange data in alphabetical or numerical order is what?
coding
sorting
graphing
grouping
Which page orientation makes the sides longer than the top and bottom?
landscape
portrait
fixed
variable
The main file that contains one or more worksheets where you can enter data is called:
Range
Cell
Worksheet
Workbook
A rectangular box in a worksheet where you can enter data, formulas, and function is called:
Cell
Workbook
Range
Worksheet
A single spreadsheet within a workbook that consists of rows, columns, and cells are called:
Range
Worksheet
Cell
Workbook
A group of adjacent cells, which can be selected and formatted together is called:
Worksheet
Workbook
Cell
Range
A visual representation of data in a worksheet that can help you identify patterns and trends is called:
Ribbon
Chart
Quick Access Toolbar
Name box
The box located to left of formula bar, which displays the reference of the selected cell or range is called:
Ribbon
Quick Access Toolbar
Chart
Name Box
A customizable toolbar that provides quick access to frequently used commands is called:
Name box
Ribbon
Quick Access Toolbar
Chart
Pre-designed spreadsheets that you can use to quickly create different types of documents:
Resume
Templates
Cover Letter
Spreadsheet
You accidentally erased a record in the sheet. What command can be used to restore it immediately?
A. Insert
B. Copy
C. Undo
D. Replace
Comments put in a cell are called
A. Smart tip
B. Web tip
C. Cell tip
D. Soft tip
