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The document contains a series of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) related to Microsoft Excel functions and shortcuts, along with detailed solutions for each question. Key topics include functions like TRUNC, ROUNDUP, and the use of macros, as well as shortcuts for tasks such as inserting charts and enabling filters. The document serves as a preparation guide for Excel users looking to enhance their skills and knowledge.
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MS Excel Questions
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The Excel function to remove decimal or fractional part of the number is:
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2. REPLACE
3. TRUNC
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Option 3: TRUNCMS Excel Question 1 Detailed Solution
The correct answer is TRUNC.
© Key Points
+ TRUNC function is used to remove the fractional part of a number, es itto an
integer.
+ It does not perform any rounding, it simply cuts off the decimal part.
+ The syntax for the TRUNC function is TRUNC(number, [num_digits]).
+ It can also truncate the number to a specified number of decimal places if the num_digits,
arguments provided. "
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+ The TRUNC function is differ! ‘the ROUND function, as ROUND performs rounding based
on the decimal part, while | ly cuts it off.
+ Using TRUNC can be useful in s¢eriarios where only the integer part of a number is needed
without any rounding.
+ Itis a useful function in data analysis, financial calculations, and other areas where precision
control is required.
+ TRUNC can be combined with other functions to achieve more complex calculations.
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+ AVG: The AVG function caloulates the average (mean) of a group of numbers. It is commonly
used in data analysis to determine the central tendency of a data set
+ REPLACE: The REPLACE function is used to replace part of a text string with a different text
string. It is useful for text manipulation and formatting.
+ ABS: The ABS function returns the absolute value of a number, which is the number without its
sign. It is useful in mathematical calculations where negative values are not desired.
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Question 2:
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In Microsoft Excel, key combination can be used to display the formulas entered
ina cell. 41. Ctrl key +) symbol
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3. Ctrl key+* symbol
4, Ctrlkey+* symbol
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Option 3: Ctrl key +" symbol
MS Excel Question 2 Detailed Solution
The correct answer is Ctrl key +* symbol
© Key Points
+ The “Ctrl key + * symbol" combination Is used to toggle the display of formulas in Excel.
+ This feature helps in auditing and debugging formulas entered in the worksheet.
+ The ° symbol is ustallyjlagazed on the same key as the ~ symbol, under the Esc key on most
keyboards.
+ When formulas are displal \¢ Celis show the actual formula instead of the resulting value.
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* Ctrl key +] symbol: This combination is used to select all cells that directly depend on the active
cell's value.
+ Ctrl key +* symbol: This combination is used to select the current region around the active cell,
whichis useful for working with large data sets,
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In Microsoft Excel, you can record the mouse and keyboard actions and use them later
using ‘option.
1. “* -
2. Macro
3. Micro
4, Snapshot
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Option 2: Macro
MS Excel Question 3 Detailed Solution
The correct answer is ‘~
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+ Macros in Excel are used to record sequences of actions performed by the user.
+ These actions can include mouse clicks, keystrokes, and other operations.
+ Once recorded, a macro can be played back to repeat the sequence of actions automatically.
+ This feature is particularly useful for repetitive tasks, as it can save time and reduce errors.
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=ROUNDUP(213.456, 0)
1, 214
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3. 220
4. 210
5. None of the above
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Option 1: 214
MS Excel Question 4 Detailed Solution
The correct answer is 214
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+ The output of the Excel function =ROUNDUP(213.456, 0) will be 214.
+ The ROUNDUP function s rourids Up the number.
+ By specifying 0, we're a! to round up to the nearest whole number. So the correct choice is:
214
;OUNDUP(213.456, 0)
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Which shortcut key is used In MS Excel to "insert aNew Chart’?
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MS Excel Question 5 Detailed Solution
The correct answer is Alt+ F1.
+ To insert a new chart in MS Excel, the shortcut key Alt+ Fl isusedi) >
+ Key attributes of Microsoft Excel:
= One may add new worksheets whenever theychoose.
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» This key reduces or increases the ribbon's size.
+ Alt+ Shift + F2:
» This key saves the worksheet.
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Question 6 View this Question Online >
Which of the following is nota valid function in MS Excel?
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4. COUNTAQ
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Option 3: SUBTRACT()
MS Excel Question 6 Detailed Solution
The correct answer is SUBTRACT().
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SUBTRACT() is nota valid function in MS Excel
‘Subtract two or more numbers in a cell :1. Click any blank cell, and then type an equal sign (=) to start the formula.
2. After the equal sign, type a few numbers that are separated by a minus sign (+).
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3. Press RETURN, then the result is 20.
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+ The SUMO adds values.
+ You can add individual "oR ferences or ranges, or a mix of all three.
+ For example: =SUM(A2:A 10) Ak 2 values in cells A2:10.
+ COUNTA- It will allow you to evaluate any gaps the dataset might have without having to
reorganize the data,
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* The COUNT() is generally used to count a range of cells containing numbers or dates excluding
blanks
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COUNTA() will count everything as numbers, dates, text, or a range containing a mixture of these
items, but does not count blank cells. COUNTA stands for the count all.
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Which of the following is used to move an active cell to the first column on the current
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Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Option 4: Home
MS Excel Question 7 Detailed Solution
The correct answer is Home.
© Key Points
+ The Home key is used to move the active cell to the first column on the current row in
spreadsheet applications like Microsoft Excel)
+ This function is helpful for quickly navigating to the beginning of the row without using the
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+ Page Up:
= This key is used to move the active cell up by one screen.
+ Ctrl ++ Home:
+ This key combination moves the active cell to the beginning of the worksheet (cell A1).
+ Page Down:
> This key is used to move the active cell down by one screen.
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1. Numbers2. Formulae 4)
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Option 2: Formulae
MS Excel Question 8 Detailed Solution
The correct answer is “Formulae”.
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+ MS Excel a
» Itis a spreadsheet program for data analysis and documentation.
» It contains a number of rows and columns, where the intersection ofa column anda rowis
@ “cell”.
» Each cell contains one point of data.
« Itis developed by Microsoft.
= It features calculation, graphing tools, aap Mesite
+ The function of (=) sign (Starting of Formula)
~ All Excel formulas begin with an equals sign,=, followed by a specific tag denoting the
formula.
» For example, =B1+B! is a formula that adds up the values in the cells B1 through B3.
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Each table appears as a spreadsheet grid called
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MS Excel Question 9 Detailed Solution
The correct answer is Datasheet,
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+ Datasheet
= Each table that appears as a spreadsheet grid is called a datasheet. Hence, Option 2 is
correct.
= A datasheet is a useful way of viewing data in Access.
A database is a collection of tables.
Most importantly, datasheet view allows a user to view many table records at the same
time
In datasheet view, information is displayed in rows and columns—similar to a spreadsheet.
» Records are displayed as rows, so each row is an individual record.
= Within each row, columns represent fields within the record.
At the top of the datasheet, a window is the title bar, the Quick Access toolbar, and the
Ribbon.
The bottom of the window has a status bar and on the right side of the windowis a scroll
bar as you would expect,
Many of the features that are common to spreadsheets are present in Access datashe
windows.
> Auser can modify row height, column width, font size to change the amount of data that
fits without scrolling. y r a
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» Datasheet views are a common display tool for tables, quer! in Access,
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* Query
» Aquery is like a saved filter, It enables us to combine data into a single datasheet from
multiple tables.
+ Record
» A record isa row in a table that consists of information about something.
+ Table
» A spreadsheet table, in OpenGL Tablets, is an analog of the Excel tabie with rows, columns,
formulas, end calculations as contents.
» Spreadsheets can also call decision tables or other executable tables to make decisions on
values, and based on those, make calculations.
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What is the shortcut to enable filtering of selected cells in MS-Excel?
1. Ctrl+ shift+L
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© Key Points
Ctrl + shift + Lis the shortcut to enable filtering of selected cells in MS-Excel.
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Shortcuts in Excel:
‘lose a workbook ‘trl+W
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[Center align cell contents JAIt+H, A, C
[Go to the Page Layout tab JAlt+P.
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Delete column JAlt+H, D,C
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Hide the selected rows tr+9
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Whats the value of the following MS-Excel function?
=FLOOR(14, 4)Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Option 4: 12
MS Excel Question 11 Detailed Solution
© Key Points
Excel FLOOR function:
The FLOOR function in Excel is used to round @ given number down, to the nearest multiple of a
specified significance.
‘Syntax: FLOOR(number, oonh he)
Number- the number you want to round.
‘Significance - the multiple to which you wish to round the number.
FLOOR(14, 4) = 12 Here 4 rounds down the nearest multiple of 4 (4 x 3 = 12 is nearer)
Hence the correct answer is 72.
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A Doughnut chart in Excel in similar to:
1. Bubble chart : a
2. Barchart
3. er chart, we=
4, Pie chart
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Option 4: Pie chart
MS Excel Question 12 Detailed Solution
The correct answer is Pie chart.
+ Doughnut Chart: a
© Data that is arranged in columns or rows only on a worksheet can be a ina doughnut
chart. i
> The doughnut chart is similar to a pie chart.
» Just like a pie chart, a doughnut chart shows the restora tt to.a whole.
* A doughnut chart can contain more than one data series.
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In MS Excel, to add numeric values in column D, fiom rows D10 to 15, the formula that should be
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4. Options 1 and 3 are correct
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Option 3: =SUM (D10:015)
MS Excel Question 13 Detailed Solution
The correct answer is Option 3 is correct.
© Key Points
* The SUM function adds values.
+ You can add individual values, cell references or ranges, or a mix of all three.
+ For example: =SUM (A2: Ai10) Adds all the values in cells A2: A10.
+ =SUM (A2, A10) Adds the respected values in cells A2, A10.
+ To add numeric values in column D, from rows D10 to D1, the formula that should be used
is : =SUKD10:015) @
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Important functions used in MS Excel:
+ AVERAGE() - To calculate the average of the range of the cells.
+ CONCATENATE - Combine text, numbers, dates, and more from multiple cells into one.
+ COUNTA- It will allow you to evaluate any gaps the dataset might have without having to
reorganize the data.
+ ROUND - It returns the rounc-off value of the decimals
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What is the maximum height of a row in MS Excel 2010?
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4, 128 points
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)Option 3 : 409 points
MS Excel Question 14 Detailed Solution
The correct answer is 409 points
+ Rows can have a maximum height of 409 points.
+ This number represents how many one-seventy seconds of an inch the row can hold.
+ The default size of an “" is 15, Which correlates to 20 pixels or about one-fifth of an inch.
»* Important Points
Worksheet and workbook specifications and limits:
© Key Points )
+ Total number of rows and columns on a worksheet - 1,048,576 rows by 16,384 columns
+ Column width - 255 characters
+ Page breaks - 1,026 horizontal and vertical
+ Row height - 409 points
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In Excel, tiny charts placed in single cells are called
1. Spark Lines =
2. Data Tray
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Option 1 : Spark Lines
MS Excel Question 15 Detailed Solution cy
The correct answer is Spark Lines. Noe
+ Asparkline isa tiny chart in a worksheet cell that provid avis resentation of data.
+ Use sparklines to show patterns in a progressit ample, occasional
increments or diminishes, financial cycles, ximum and minimum values.
+ Sparklines are locate inse
+ A sparkline is a tiny worksheet cell that gives a visual portrayal of information.
+ Position a sparkline close ‘0 Its information for the most prominent effect.