CST8118 Computer Essentials - MS Excel Functions
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What type of functions are TRUE and FALSE classified as?

  • Logic Functions (correct)
  • Text Functions
  • Date Functions
  • Engineering Functions

Which function can be used to convert text to all uppercase letters?

  • UPPER (correct)
  • LOWER
  • PROPER
  • TRIM

What is the outcome of the formula =TRUE() in Excel?

  • FALSE
  • An error message
  • TRUE (correct)
  • None of the above

Where can you find help for a specific function in Excel?

<p>Using the Insert Function dialog's help link (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following functions does NOT belong to the logic function category?

<p>CONCAT (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What would the function =FALSE() return in Excel?

<p>FALSE (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

To access more functions in Excel, what can you use from the Ribbon?

<p>Formulas Tab (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a date function in Excel?

<p>NOW() (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the hexadecimal value #FF0000 represent in RGB values?

<p>Red (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct way to use XLOOKUP when working with autofill to ensure accuracy?

<p>Use absolute referencing for both lookup_array and match_array. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How would you look up the hexadecimal value of a named color using XLOOKUP?

<p>=XLOOKUP(E15,B13:B152,A13:A152,'no match found') (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What problem arises when using XLOOKUP with relative cell ranges for autofill?

<p>It adjusts the reference incorrectly, leading to wrong results. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What range of cells contains named colors in the context described?

<p>A12 to A152 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the '-1' argument in the XLOOKUP function signify?

<p>It indicates that an exact match is required and to return the next smallest item. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the range A8:A20 in the XLOOKUP function?

<p>It contains values to be searched for a match. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly describes hexadecimal color codes?

<p>They use the alphabetic characters A to F and numbers to denote colors. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many standardized named colors are recognized by web browsers?

<p>17 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens if no match is found in the XLOOKUP function and the fourth argument is left blank?

<p>The function defaults to return #N/A. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a caution to consider when using Autofill in Excel?

<p>Autofill repeats formulas without adjusting cell references. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What issue arises when using autofill with relative ranges in the XLOOKUP function?

<p>The function returns incorrect data. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which color encoding system allows for up to 147 named colors?

<p>Hexadecimal (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does using absolute references benefit the XLOOKUP function?

<p>It prevents the ranges from changing when autofilling. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what scenario is it advisable to use absolute references in Excel formulas?

<p>When you want to maintain constant values across copied formulas. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an example of a caution to take when using the XLOOKUP function?

<p>Implementing named ranges. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the XLOOKUP function return if the lookup value is not found?

<p>The default value specified in the function. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about hexadecimal color codes is true?

<p>They represent colors in the RGB color model. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario would you expect to frequently use the XLOOKUP function?

<p>Retrieving corresponding values from a lookup table. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common pitfall when using the VLOOKUP function compared to XLOOKUP?

<p>VLOOKUP can only search for values in the first column of a table. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary function of the XLOOKUP formula's 'not found' argument?

<p>To define the behavior when the lookup value is missing. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Excel Logic Functions

Functions used for decision-making in Excel using boolean logic.

TRUE function

Returns the logical value TRUE.

FALSE function

Returns the logical value FALSE.

NOT function

Negates a logical value (TRUE becomes FALSE, FALSE becomes TRUE).

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AND function

Returns TRUE if all arguments are TRUE; otherwise, returns FALSE.

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OR function

Returns TRUE if any argument is TRUE; otherwise, returns FALSE.

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IF function

Returns one value if a condition is TRUE, another if FALSE.

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SWITCH function

Returns a value based on matching conditions.

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RGB Values

A color representation using three values: Red, Green, and Blue, ranging from 00 to FF (hexadecimal) for each color, indicating the intensity of each color component.

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Hexadecimal Color Code

A six-digit code representing a color in HTML and CSS using hexadecimal values (0-9 and A-F) representing Red, Green, and Blue intensities, e.g., #00FF00 represents pure green.

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XLOOKUP Function

A function in Excel that searches for a value in a table and returns a corresponding value from a different column in the same table. Allows for flexible lookups with optional error handling.

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Absolute Cell References

A way to refer to cells in Excel formulas using dollar signs ($) before the column and row letters, preventing the reference from changing when the formula is copied or filled.

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Relative Cell References

A way to refer to cells in Excel formulas without using dollar signs, causing the reference to change relative to the copied or filled location.

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Lookup Value

The value that you want to find in the lookup table.

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Lookup Table

The range of cells containing the values that you want to search.

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Return Value

The value that is returned if a match is found in the lookup table.

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Match Mode

Specifies how the function should handle matches. Exact matches are the default, but you can use 'next smallest' for finding the closest match.

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Search Mode

Determines the order in which the lookup table is searched. First to last is the default.

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Web Colors

Standard colors used for websites, represented by hexadecimal codes or names like 'red' or 'blue'.

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Hexadecimal Code

A six-digit code that uses numbers and letters (A-F) to represent a web color. For example, #FF0000 is the hex code for red.

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XLOOKUP Syntax

The structure and components of the XLOOKUP function. It takes arguments like lookup_value, lookup_array, return_array, [if_not_found], [match_mode], and [search_mode].

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Absolute References

Cell references in Excel formulas that remain fixed even when copied or moved to different cells. They are represented by dollar signs ($) before the column and row letters. Example: $A$1

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Relative References

Cell references in Excel formulas that adjust based on the position of the formula. They change when copied or moved.

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Autofill in XLOOKUP

Using the fill handle to automatically copy the XLOOKUP formula to multiple cells. However, without absolute references, relative ranges can change incorrectly during this process.

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Why use absolute references with XLOOKUP?

To prevent the lookup and return array ranges in the XLOOKUP formula from shifting incorrectly during autofill.

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LOOKUP Functions in Excel

Functions designed for searching and retrieving data from tables based on specific values. Popular examples include LOOKUP, VLOOKUP, and XLOOKUP.

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XLOOKUP vs. VLOOKUP

XLOOKUP is a newer function that offers improved functionality and flexibility compared to VLOOKUP. It allows for more flexible lookups, including searching in both directions and returning multiple results.

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Study Notes

CST8118 Computer Essentials - MS Excel Functions

  • Course: CST8118 Computer Essentials
  • Topic: Exploring MS Excel Functions
  • Welcome: This presentation introduces additional Microsoft Excel functions, focusing on logic, text, and date functions.
  • Finding More Functions: Locate functions using the Formulas Tab in the Ribbon, and the 'More Functions' drop-down menu (subcategory 'Engineering'). An alternative is selecting a cell and using the 'Insert Function' option.
  • Logic Functions: Handle decision-making using boolean math. Include TRUE, FALSE, NOT, AND, OR, IF, SWITCH. Refer to LogicFunctionExamples.xlsx for examples and notes. Also see Level 1 Course Grade Predictor.
    • TRUE: Returns the value TRUE.
    • FALSE: Returns the value FALSE.
    • NOT: Reverses logic (TRUE becomes FALSE; FALSE becomes TRUE).
    • AND: Returns TRUE only if all arguments are TRUE.
    • OR: Returns TRUE if any argument is TRUE.
    • IF: Defines a conditional statement; IF(TRUE/FALSE, return-if-true, return-if-false).
    • SWITCH: Evaluates an expression to return the first matching value from a list. If no match, returns an optional default value.

Text Functions

  • Process and manipulate text.
  • Refer to TextFunctionExamples.xlsx.
    • TRIM: Removes leading and trailing whitespace.
    • UPPER: Converts all letters to uppercase.
    • LOWER: Converts all letters to lowercase
    • PROPER: Capitalizes the first letter of each word.
    • CONCAT: Joins (concatenates) text.
    • CHAR: Returns a character corresponding to its ASCII code.
  • Example: Generate Batch File
    • Batch files are executable text files for automating tasks within command prompts.
    • Examples involving batch file creation.

Date & Time Functions

  • NOW(): Returns the current date and time based on the computer's settings
  • WEEKDAY(): Returns a number (1-7) representing the day of the week.

Conclusion

  • Key takeaways from the reviewed material
  • Review questions on where to find more functions, finding help for functions, and examples of different functions (Logic, Text, Date & Time)

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This quiz covers advanced Microsoft Excel functions, particularly focusing on logic, text, and date functions. Participants will learn to locate and effectively use various Excel functions through the Formulas Tab and other options. Explore functions like TRUE, FALSE, AND, OR, and IF to enhance your Excel skills.

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