Spreadsheets: Master Data Management and Analysis for Year 12 ICT

Question 1

In a spreadsheet, which option is primarily used to safeguard a cell from unauthorized modifications?

Accepted Answer

Protect sheet

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Format cells

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Review tab

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Data validation

Question 2

In a spreadsheet, which feature enables the creation of drop-down lists within cells?

Accepted Answer

Data validation

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Conditional formatting

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Pivot tables

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Chart tools

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of a header row in a spreadsheet?

Accepted Answer

To clearly identify the contents of each column

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To calculate totals and averages of data

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To generate charts and graphs based on data

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To safeguard data from unauthorized changes

Question 4

Which of the following is **not** a common type of spreadsheet cell reference?

Accepted Answer

Circular

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Relative

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Absolute

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Mixed

Question 5

Which of the following functions is used to find the largest value in a range?

Accepted Answer

MAX

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MIN

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AVERAGE

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COUNT

Question 6

What is the primary purpose of using conditional formatting rules in a spreadsheet?

Accepted Answer

To automatically apply formatting to cells based on their values or conditions

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To protect cells from being modified

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To create charts and graphs

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To sort and filter data

Question 7

Explain the key difference between a relative and an absolute cell reference.

Accepted Answer

Relative references adjust when copied or moved, while absolute references remain fixed.

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Absolute references adjust when copied or moved, while relative references remain fixed.

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There is no difference between relative and absolute cell references.

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Relative references are used for formulas, while absolute references are used for data.

Question 8

Which of the following is **not** a benefit of using spreadsheets in data analysis?

Accepted Answer

Error-prone calculations

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Efficient data organization and management

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Enhanced decision-making through visualization and analysis

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Complex data analysis capabilities

Question 9

What is the proper syntax for the VLOOKUP function in a spreadsheet?

Accepted Answer

=VLOOKUP(lookup_value, table_array, col_index_num, [range_lookup])

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=VLOOKUP(table_array, lookup_value, col_index_num, [range_lookup])

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=VLOOKUP(col_index_num, lookup_value, table_array, [range_lookup])

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=VLOOKUP(range_lookup, lookup_value, table_array, col_index_num)

Question 10

What is the primary purpose of a chart in a spreadsheet?

Accepted Answer

To provide a visual representation of data for easier analysis and understanding

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To store and manipulate raw data

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To perform complex calculations

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To format and print the spreadsheet

Question 11

What is the purpose of using a cell reference in a formula?

Accepted Answer

To refer to the value stored in another cell

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To create a new variable

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To perform a calculation on a range of cells

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To format the cell

Question 12

Which of the following functions is used to calculate the average of a range of cells?

Accepted Answer

AVERAGE

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SUM

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COUNT

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MIN

Question 13

Which of the following chart types is most appropriate for displaying data over time?

Accepted Answer

Line chart

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Bar chart

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Pie chart

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Scatter plot

Question 14

What is the purpose of using conditional formatting in spreadsheets?

Accepted Answer

To highlight specific cells based on certain criteria

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To format the entire spreadsheet

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To create charts and graphs

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To perform calculations

Question 15

What is the role of a pivot table in spreadsheet data analysis?

Accepted Answer

Summarizing and organizing data

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Creating charts and graphs

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Performing calculations

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Formatting the spreadsheet

Question 16

Which spreadsheet function calculates the average value of a group of cells?

Accepted Answer

AVERAGE

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SUM

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COUNT

Question 17

Which function in spreadsheets would you use to calculate the average of a range of cells?

Accepted Answer

AVERAGE

Answer

SUM

Answer

MAX

Question 18

What happens to a cell that contains a formula that references another cell that has been changed?

Accepted Answer

Automatically updates its value

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Displays an error message

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Remains unchanged

Question 19

What is the primary purpose of a pivot table in spreadsheets?

Accepted Answer

Summarizing and grouping data

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Creating dynamic charts

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Performing complex calculations

Question 20

Which function in spreadsheets would you use to find the smallest value in a range of cells?

Accepted Answer

MIN

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MAX

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COUNT

Question 21

What is the purpose of conditional formatting in spreadsheets?

Accepted Answer

Applying different styles to cells based on specified conditions

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Automating data validation

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Generating charts

Question 22

Which of the following is NOT a common file format for spreadsheets?

Accepted Answer

.docm

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.xls

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.xlsx

Question 23

What type of cell reference in spreadsheets will adjust automatically when the formula is copied to a different location?

Accepted Answer

Relative reference

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Absolute reference

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Mixed reference

Question 24

Which of the following data types is NOT commonly supported by spreadsheets?

Accepted Answer

Audio files

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Text

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Numbers

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Dates

Question 25

What is the primary role of a cell reference in a spreadsheet formula?

Accepted Answer

To specify the location of a specific cell or range of cells

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To perform mathematical operations

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To create a chart or graph

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To sort data

Question 26

Which function would you use in a formula to calculate the average value of a range of cells?

Accepted Answer

AVERAGE

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SUM

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MAX

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MIN

Question 27

Which type of chart is most appropriate for displaying data that changes over time?

Accepted Answer

Line chart

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Bar chart

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Pie chart

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Scatter plot

Question 28

What is the main purpose of using a pivot table in a spreadsheet?

Accepted Answer

To summarize and group data for analysis

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To create a visual representation of data

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To sort and filter data

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To perform complex calculations

Question 29

What feature allows you to organize multiple spreadsheets within a single file?

Accepted Answer

Workbook

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Worksheet

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Spreadsheet

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Cell

Question 30

What is the primary purpose of using conditional formatting in a spreadsheet?

Accepted Answer

To visually highlight cells based on specific criteria

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To perform calculations based on cell values

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To create charts or graphs

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To sort and filter data

Question 31

Which of the following is considered a best practice for data entry in spreadsheets?

Accepted Answer

Maintaining consistent formatting throughout the spreadsheet

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Entering all data in a single column

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Leaving empty cells to separate data

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Using abbreviations to save space

Question 32

In spreadsheet software, which built-in function calculates the total of values in a range of cells?

Accepted Answer

SUM

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ADD

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TOTAL

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COUNT

Question 33

Which chart type is not available in spreadsheet software?

Accepted Answer

Heat map

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Bar chart

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Pie chart

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Scatter plot

Question 34

In spreadsheet software, what is the primary purpose of conditional formatting?

Accepted Answer

To automatically apply specific formatting to cells based on their values or conditions

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To protect sensitive data from unauthorized access

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To create interactive dashboards and reports

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To perform complex mathematical operations

Question 35

What is the term for manually entering data into a spreadsheet?

Accepted Answer

Data entry

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Data extraction

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Data validation

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Data manipulation

Question 36

In a spreadsheet, what is the role of a cell formula?

Accepted Answer

To perform calculations and manipulate data

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To define the format and appearance of cells

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To store text and numeric values

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To establish connections to external data sources

Question 37

Which spreadsheet software tool enables users to create interactive dashboards that respond to data changes?

Accepted Answer

Pivot tables

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Conditional formatting

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Charts

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Formulas

Question 38

What is the purpose of data validation in spreadsheet software?

Accepted Answer

To ensure that data entered into cells meets specified criteria

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To automatically correct errors in data

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To protect sensitive data from unauthorized access

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To generate interactive forms and surveys

Question 39

In spreadsheet software, which formula calculates the sum of values in a range of cells?

Accepted Answer

SUM(range)

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AVERAGE(range)

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COUNT(range)

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MAX(range)

Question 40

What is the primary function of conditional formatting in spreadsheets?

Accepted Answer

To visually highlight cells meeting specific pre-defined criteria

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To create charts and graphs

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To perform complex calculations

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To assist with data sorting

Question 41

What is the main purpose of using a pivot table in spreadsheets?

Accepted Answer

Summarizing and analyzing extensive datasets

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Creating charts and graphs

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Performing calculations across multiple worksheets

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Filtering and sorting data

Question 42

Which spreadsheet function is used to determine the maximum value within a range of cells?

Accepted Answer

MAX

Answer

MIN

Answer

AVERAGE

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COUNT

Question 43

What is the primary reason for using charts in spreadsheets?

Accepted Answer

Visual representation of data

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Performing calculations

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Filtering and sorting data

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Creating pivot tables

Question 44

What is the key difference between a relative and an absolute cell reference?

Accepted Answer

Relative references adjust when copied or moved, while absolute references remain fixed

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Absolute references adjust when copied or moved, while relative references remain fixed

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Relative references are used for calculations, while absolute references are used for formatting

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Absolute references are used for calculations, while relative references are used for formatting

Question 45

Which function in a spreadsheet is specifically used to calculate the average value of a range of cells?

Accepted Answer

AVERAGE()

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SUM()

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COUNT()

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MAX()

Question 46

What is the main advantage of using relative cell references in spreadsheets?

Accepted Answer

Automatic adjustment of cell references when rows/columns are inserted or deleted

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Preventing formula changes when copied to other cells

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Referencing specific cells in a different worksheet

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Enhancing readability and comprehension of formulas

Question 47

Which type of chart is most suitable for displaying data that changes over time?

Accepted Answer

Line chart

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Pie chart

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Bar chart

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Scatter plot

Question 48

Which of the following functions is NOT commonly used in spreadsheets?

Accepted Answer

Word count

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COUNTIF

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AVERAGE

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SUM

Question 49

What is the primary purpose of a 'cell reference' in a spreadsheet?

Accepted Answer

To uniquely identify the location of a cell

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To create a hyperlink to another cell

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To store a value in a cell

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To perform a calculation on multiple cells

Question 50

Which data type is the most appropriate for storing dates in a spreadsheet?

Accepted Answer

Date

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Text

Answer

Logical

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Number

Question 51

What is the result of the following formula in a spreadsheet: =A1+B1*C1?

Accepted Answer

The sum of A1 and the product of B1 and C1

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The average value of A1, B1, and C1

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The minimum value of A1, B1, and C1

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The maximum value of A1, B1, and C1

Question 52

Which of the following is a conditional formatting option in a spreadsheet?

Accepted Answer

Applying a visual style to cells based on specific criteria

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Creating drop-down lists

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Inserting images into cells

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Protecting cells from editing

Question 53

What is a key advantage of using a spreadsheet template?

Accepted Answer

Saving time and ensuring consistency in spreadsheet creation

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Enhancing the visual appeal of the spreadsheet

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Preventing accidental data loss

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Increasing the file size of the spreadsheet

Question 54

Which of the following is considered a good practice for data entry in a spreadsheet?

Accepted Answer

Maintaining consistent formatting and units of measurement

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Leaving cells empty

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Entering data in random cell locations

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Using multiple colors and fonts

Question 55

What is the purpose of a 'freeze pane' in a spreadsheet?

Accepted Answer

To keep specific rows or columns visible even when scrolling

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To protect cells from being overwritten

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To create a new worksheet

Question 56

Which of the following file formats is commonly used to save spreadsheet data?

Accepted Answer

.xlsx

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.pptx

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.doc

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.pdf