Microsoft Excel 2021365 - Beginner to Advanced - Extract and Count Unique Entries

What is the primary benefit of the UNIQUE function introduced in Excel?

• It provides advanced data encryption.

• It enhances the graphical representation of data.

• It simplifies the process of extracting unique values from a range.

• It allows for complex mathematical calculations.

In the basic example, what is the result of applying the UNIQUE function to the list of countries?

• A list of countries with their population.

• A list of unique country names.

• A list of countries sorted alphabetically.

• A list of all countries including duplicates.

What is the significance of the blue area around the dynamic array when using the UNIQUE function?

• It shows the range of the dynamic array.

• It indicates the array is protected.

• It marks the array for printing.

• It highlights errors in the array.

Why is it beneficial to use tables with the UNIQUE function in Excel?

• Tables increase the speed of calculations.

• Tables automatically update the unique list when new data is added.

• Tables allow for better color formatting.

• Tables provide additional security features.

What happens when you convert a dynamic array to plain text using Paste Special?

• The array is encrypted for security.

• The array is converted to plain text and is no longer dynamic.

• The array is deleted permanently.

• The array becomes linked to the original data.

How can the UNIQUE function be combined with other functions to enhance its utility?

• By using it with SUM to add unique values.

• By using it with COUNT to count unique entries.

• By using it with MAX to find the maximum unique value.

• By using it with AVERAGE to find the mean of unique values.

What is a potential drawback of converting a dynamic array to plain text?

• The data is no longer linked to the original table.

• The data becomes encrypted.

• The data becomes more complex to analyze.

• The data is automatically deleted after conversion.