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Graded Quiz :Excel Basics for Data Analysis (IBM Business Analyst Professional Certificate) Answers 2025

Question 1

Which of the following key Data Analyst tasks is typically done last?

❌ Collecting data
❌ Cleaning data
❌ Analyzing data
Visualizing data

Explanation:
After data is collected, cleaned, and analyzed, the final step is to visualize the results so insights can be easily understood and communicated.


Question 2

How are Excel worksheet cells referenced?

❌ Column number first then row letter
❌ Row number first then column letter
Column letter first then row number
❌ Cell number first then row number

Explanation:
Excel uses the format Column Letter + Row Number, such as A1, B5, or C10.


Question 3

Which Excel shortcut helps find how many rows of data you have (with no empty rows)?

❌ CTRL+Right
CTRL+Down
❌ CTRL+Home
❌ CTRL+Up

Explanation:
CTRL + Down Arrow jumps from the current cell to the last filled row in that column, helping you identify the total number of rows.

🧾 Summary Table

Question Correct Answer Key Concept
Q1 Visualizing data Final step in data analysis
Q2 Column letter first, then row number Excel cell reference (A1 format)
Q3 CTRL + Down Find last row in a worksheet