Excel Module 1 Test Review
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Which Excel element is designed to allow for easy summarization and charting of data?

  • Database
  • Worksheet (correct)
  • Presentation
  • Document

What action finalizes an entry in a cell?

  • Clicking the Cancel box
  • Clicking the Formula box
  • Clicking the Tab key
  • Clicking the Enter box (correct)

What visual cue indicates the position where the next character you type will be entered?

  • Split bar
  • Insertion point (correct)
  • Scroll box
  • Sheet tab

By default, how is text aligned within a cell in Excel?

<p>Left-aligned (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What symbol is used to separate the beginning and ending cell references when specifying a range in a function?

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

What is the name of the small black square located in the bottom-right corner of an active cell's border?

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

What symbol should precede a formula to indicate that you are entering a calculation rather than text?

<p>Equal sign (=) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the process of combining multiple cells into a single cell commonly referred to as?

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Insertion Point

A blinking vertical line that indicates where the next typed character will appear in a cell.

Fill Handle

The small black square located in the lower-right corner of the active cell. It is used to quickly fill a range of cells with data.

AutoCorrect

A feature that automatically corrects common typing or spelling mistakes as you type.

Enter Box

A special button that immediately enters the data you typed in a cell.

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Equal Sign (=)

A symbol that alerts Excel that you are entering a formula or function instead of text.

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Merging Cells

The process of combining two or more selected cells into one single cell.

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AutoCalculate

The area on the status bar that displays the result of calculations performed on the current selection.

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Worksheet

A combination of data that can be summarized and charted easily.

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Study Notes

Excel Module 1 Test Review

  • Test Content: 40 total points
  • Multiple Choice Questions: 15 questions, 2 points each
  • True/False Questions: 5 questions, 2 points each

Multiple Choice Questions

  • Worksheet: An Excel worksheet allows data to be summarized and charted easily.

  • Completing an entry: Clicking the "Enter" box completes an entry.

  • Insertion point: The insertion point is a blinking vertical line that shows where the next typed character will appear.

  • Default text alignment: By default, text is left-aligned in a cell.

  • Entering cell range: To enter a correct range in a function, separate the beginning and ending cell references with a colon (:).

  • Sizing handle: The sizing handle is the small black square in the lower-right corner of the active cell's border.

  • Formula Indicator: The equal sign (=) preceding a formula alerts Excel you are entering a formula or function, not text.

  • Formatting Worksheet: Formatting a worksheet emphasizes certain entries and improves readability.

  • Merging Cells: Combining two or more selected cells into one cell is called merging.

  • Cell Styles: The Ribbon path to the Cell Styles button is (HOME tab, STYLES group).

  • Chart Types: Excel offers 29 chart types.

  • Exploded Pie Chart: A pie chart with one or more slices offset is called an exploded pie chart.

  • Selecting Entire Worksheet: Press CTRL + A on the keyboard to select the entire worksheet.

  • Status Bar Function: The AutoCalculate area on the status bar shows associated calculation results.

  • AutoCorrect Feature: The AutoCorrect feature fixes common typing or spelling errors when completing text entry.

  • Worksheet Titles: Worksheet titles and subtitles shouldn't be overly wordy.

  • Active Cell Indication: A thin red border indicates the active cell.

  • Formula Bar Boxes: Both the Cancel box and the Enter box display on the formula bar when typing in a cell.

  • Overflow Text: When text exceeds column width, Excel displays the overflow in adjacent right cells if those cells are empty.

  • Entering Dollar Values: When entering dollar values in cells, include the dollar sign ($), commas, and trailing zeros.

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Prepare for your Excel Module 1 test with this comprehensive review. This quiz includes multiple choice and true/false questions covering essential features and functions of Excel worksheets. Test your knowledge and get ready for success!

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