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Tech Talk: Buying a ComputerComputer Components and Your Needs (pg. 208–209)C t Ad ti t ( 210)
Real World
Projects Computer Advertisements (pg. 210)Performance and Price (pg. 211–212)
ProjectsCreate a Spreadsheet (pg. 214–227)
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Create a Spreadsheet (pg. 214 227)Apply Formulas (pg. 228–238)Evaluate Your Data (pg. 239–250)
Starting with You Why is it important to know how you will use a new computer before you buy one? To find out, go to the Online Learning Center at
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glencoe.com. Choose e-Quizzes, and take the Unit 5 Pre-Quiz.
Before You ReadBefore You Read
pg. 208
Adjust Reading Speed
If a text is easy to understand, you can probably read it quickly. However, you might need to slow down to be sure you absorb every word you read in a more difficult text Keep the following tips in minda more difficult text. Keep the following tips in mind as you read:
Successful readers adjust the speed of their reading to match the difficulty of the text.g yTry reading a difficult text or section out loud.You might need to read a difficult section more than once.
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Buying a ComputerBuying a Computer
pg. 208–213
You Will LearnKey Terms component
To analyze your computer needs before shopping for equipment How to evaluate advertisements for computers
componentwarrantyperformance
To determine how a computer’s performance relates to price
Academic Vocabularydetermineffeeaffectpolicy
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Buying a ComputerBuying a Computer
Computer Components and Your Needs pg. 208–209
What Should I Look For in a Computer?A computer system includes various basic componentscomponents:
Computer
componentA piece of hardware Computer
MonitorKeyboardMouse
pthat is part of a computer system. (pg. 208)
Mouse
Your needs determine the kind of computer components you will want. Before you buy a computer, you may want to
determineTo establish. (pg. 208)
y y y p y yconsider these questions:
Will I need additional software or hardware?Do I need a desktop or a laptop?
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p p pWhat type of printer or monitor do I need?
Buying a Computer
Computer Components and Your Needs
Buying a Computer
Analyze In addition to a monitor, keyboard, and mouse, whatAnalyze In addition to a monitor, keyboard, and mouse, what computer components do you think you might want? Why?
Possible answers include:Speakers, to hear music and soundsCD burner, to play and save music or picturesDVD burner, to play and save video or pictures, p y pVideo card, to play complex gamesColor or photo-quality printer, to print imagesModem, to access the Internet
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Buying a ComputerBuying a Computer
Academic Focus: English Language Arts pg. 210
Know Your TermsAds for computers can provide useful details but bewareAds for computers can provide useful details, but beware of exaggerations. Find an advertisement for a computer system and evaluate it for exaggerations. Look for the following things:
Does the ad promote something “free”?Has the price of the entire system been raised to accommodate the “free” item?What would the system cost if you purchased each component separately?
What other strategies can you use to be sure you are getting the best deal possible on purchases you make?
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getting the best deal possible on purchases you make?
Buying a Computer
Computer Advertisements pg. 210
Buying a Computer
What Costs Are Not Included?Some costs do not always appear in ads for computer warranty
Th t systems. Consider the following:Software – adding the programs you need may add additional costs to the basic package
The computer manufacturer’s promise to pay for specific repairs for a certain length of time. (pg. 210)
Internet service – usually a monthly fee that is not included in a basic computer packageRepairs – often covered for a limited time by the manufacturer’s warrantywarranty
g (pg )
feeA charge for service. (pg. 210) manufacturer s warrantywarranty(pg )
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Buying a Computer
Computer Advertisements
Buying a Computer
Cause and Effect What happens if your computerCause and Effect What happens if your computer malfunctions and you do not have a warranty, or your warranty has expired?
If your computer malfunctions and you do not have a current warranty that covers repairs, you will have to pay for the repairs yourself.
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Buying a ComputerBuying a Computer
Academic Focus: Mathematics pg. 211
Count Your CostsPurchasing a computer is a big commitment When you arePurchasing a computer is a big commitment. When you are ready to purchase a computer, you first need to decide what components you must have to meet your needs. Your needs as a junior high or high school student will be much different f th f hit t f l B i t ithfrom those of an architect, for example. Brainstorm with your class a list of components that you would need for a computer system. Your teacher will tell you your budget for purchasing a
Your Computer’s Life The useful life of a computer is how long a computer can be used Your teacher will tell you your budget for purchasing a
computer. Research computer systems and decide how you will spend your budget on the components.
before it becomes outdated. Discover how you can extend your computer’s useful life at the Online Learning Center at glencoe com
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Center at glencoe.com. Choose Tech Talk Activities, then Unit 5.
Buying a ComputerBuying a Computer
Performance and Price pg. 211–212
A computer’s performanceperformance is based on the speed or quality of its components
performanceHow fast a computer of its components.
Microprocessor (CPU) – a fast CPU improves overall performance Random-access memory (RAM) – more RAM lets the
How fast a computer works. (pg. 211)
Random access memory (RAM) more RAM lets the computer process information fasterModem and network connections – a dial-up modem is not as fast as other types of connections, such as wireless
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Buying a ComputerBuying a Computer
Performance and Price pg. 211–212
Why Are Computer Prices So Different?It is not only the components that affect the price of a computer
affectTo influence. (pg. 212)
It is not only the components that affect the price of a computer system. Shop around! Computer prices vary based on:
The components you chooseWhere you make your purchase
policyGuidelines. (pg. 212)
Where you make your purchaseSoftware included
Also, consider the store’s return policy to see whether you can Company Networks If you were purchasing computers for a p y y
return your purchase if you are unhappy or if it is damaged.computers for a business, the company’s networking needs might influence your decision. Learn more about business networks at the
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Online Learning Center at glencoe.com. Choose Tech Talk Activities, then Unit 5.
Buying a ComputerBuying a Computer
Tech Talk Assessment pg. 213
Identify What are three factors that can affect the price of a computer and components?
Possible answers include:Whether the computer is a laptop or a desktopSpeed of Microprocessor (CPU)Amount of RAMType of monitorSize of hard disk/storageModem and network connectionsSoftwareHardware, such as a printer, scanner, or CD burner
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pWhere the items are purchased
Going OnlineGoing Online
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Evaluate Why would you choose to buy a computer that does not offer the highest performance available?
Possible answers include:Budget Your needs (you might not need the fastestYour needs (you might not need the fastest computer available)
Self-Check Assess your understanding of what you have just read.
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Go to the Online Learning center at glencoe.com. Choose e-Quizzes, and take the Unit 5 Tech Talk Quiz.
After You ReadAfter You Read
pg. 213
Critical Thinking
You have been looking for a deal on a computer for quite some time when you see a flyer advertising a computer for sale at your local grocery store. What factors should you consider when deciding whether or not to buy thisconsider when deciding whether or not to buy this particular computer?
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pg. 214–227
ContentsKey Terms worksheet
Exercise 1-1Identify the parts of the Excel window Move between cells in a worksheet
worksheetworkbookrangeAutoFit
Exercise 1-2Create and save a new worksheet Enter data into cellsEnter data into cells Edit and delete data
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Contents
Exercise 1-3Format cells Define and use ranges gInsert and delete columns and rows Change column width
Exercise 1-4Exercise 1 4Add a title to a worksheet Change row heightPrint a worksheet
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Why It Matters
Why do I need to learn how to create spreadsheets?Spreadsheet software is a powerful tool that helps people manage all types of information. A spreadsheet can help
fyou create and manage a budget, keep track of your grades, and compare prices on an item you are looking to purchase. There are many other things you can use a spreadsheet for as well.spreadsheet for as well.Do you have a part-time job or do you collect an allowance? Would you like to be able see how you spend your hard-earned money? Would you like to be able to keep track of
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how much you are saving? A spreadsheet is a perfect tool for doing both of these things.
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Tips for Creating an Effective Spreadsheet
Be organized. A well-organized worksheet has a label for every column.
Format your worksheet. Make sure you format the data type y y ypfor each cell or range of cells appropriately. Use font formatting features and cell formatting features to make your data easy to read.
If you plan to use a hard copy of the worksheet, set the print area and orientation for manageability and readability. You may also choose to print gridlines to aid with ease of
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pg. 215–217Exercise 1-1 Get to Know Microsoft Excel
In this exercise, you will learn several ways to move between cells in a worksheet Knowing how to move
worksheetA table of data that between cells in a worksheet. Knowing how to move
between cells will help you quickly create a worksheet to organize your data.
Microsoft Excel is an example of spreadsheet software
A table of data that is organized into rows and columns. (pg. 215)
orkbook Microsoft Excel is an example of spreadsheet software. Each workbookworkbook in Excel may contain any number of worksheetsworksheets that can be used to:
Make calculations
workbookAn Excel file that holds worksheets. (pg. 215)
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pg. 215–217Exercise 1-1 Get to Know Microsoft Excel
The rows and columns in an Excel worksheet intersect (cross each other) to create cells A cell is where data is enteredeach other) to create cells. A cell is where data is entered. Each cell has an address, which is the cell’s column letter and row number (such as B16 or L5).
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pg. 218–220Exercise 1-2 Create a Worksheet
In this exercise, you will create a new Excel workbook. You will enter data to compare the prices of two differentMi ft E l
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pg. 218–220Exercise 1-2 Create a Worksheet
The first row or column in a worksheet should have labels or headers to identify the contentheaders to identify the content. Some tasks you can perform with data in a worksheet are:
Enter - key data in a cellR l k ld d t i llReplace - key over old data in a cellEdit - use the formula bar to change data in a cellCopy - copy data from one cell to another
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pg. 221–222Exercise 1-3 Format a Worksheet
In this exercise, you will insert and delete columns in a worksheet. Then you will format the new data and change th idth f l th t th d t fit i h ll
rangeA group of cells in a spreadsheet.
the width of a column so that the data fit in each cell.
There are many ways to change the appearance and f i f d h S f h di i
(pg. 221)
AutoFitA tool in Microsoft Excel that can function of a spreadsheet. Some of the common editing
tasks you can perform in Excel are:Changing the font format in a cell or rangerange of cells
Excel that can automatically change the width of a column to fit the longest entry, or change the height
Using AutoFitAutoFit to adjust the size of columns and rows.Adding or deleting rows, columns, cells, and worksheets.
of a row to fit the font. (pg. 221)
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pg. 223–224Exercise 1-4 Format and Print a Worksheet
In this exercise, you will format the worksheet with a title and set the print area.
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Always set the print area using the Print Area button, to avoid printing many pages of blank cells.Use the Print Preview function to make sure you
d t i tare ready to print.Decide whether or not you want the gridlines to show, and set this using the Page Setup command.
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Project Assessment
Identify Which of the following is not a task you can do using spreadsheet software such as Microsoft Excel?using spreadsheet software such as Microsoft Excel? What type of software would you use to do this task?
A. write a paperB run calculations
Independent Practice Use the rubrics for these projects to help you create and
l B. run calculationsC. create budgetsD. organize grades
evaluate your work. Go the Online Learning Center at glencoe.com. Choose Rubrics
The correct answer is:A. write a paper
To write a paper you would use word processing software
Choose Rubrics, then Unit 5.
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To write a paper, you would use word processing software, such as Microsoft Word.
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Project Assessment
Compare What is the difference between a workbook, a worksheet?a worksheet?
A worksheet contains a single spreadsheet page.
A kb k i th t fil th t h ld iA workbook is the computer file that holds a series of worksheets.
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Describe Why do you think it is important to set the Print Area and preview a worksheet before printing it?Area and preview a worksheet before printing it?
Possible answers include:It is important to set the Print Area because worksheets often contain hundreds of columns and rows, and some unwanted sections may print along with the ones you really want to see. (Setting the Print Area can save a lot of wasted paper!)of wasted paper!)Similar to a Microsoft Word document, you can preview a worksheet before printing it in order to make sure the document appears the way you want it to. (Previewing
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Exercise 2-1Calculate results using arithmetic operators
Key Terms arithmetic operator Calculate results using arithmetic operators
Enter formulas in cells
Exercise 2-2
arithmetic operatorformulafunctionAutoSumrelative addressing Add a column of numbers with AutoSum
Find the minimum and maximum values in a range Count and average the numbers in a range
relative addressing
Exercise 2-3Explore relative addressing Copy functions
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Why It Matters
Why do I need to learn how to use formulas and functions?Formulas and functions help you manage and evaluate data. If all you could do with a worksheet is list numbers, it
ffwould be no different than keying the data in Word. Data must be calculated in order to be meaningful.In addition to basic arithmetic operations, Excel allows you to do things like find the largest number in a range of cellsto do things like find the largest number in a range of cells, find the average number in a range of cells, and count how many cells holding numbers are in the range. Can you think of any situation where these formulas and
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Can you think of any situation where these formulas and functions would be helpful to you?
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Use the first worksheet to create a template. Later you will copy
Using Formulas and Functions in the Real WorldYou decide to track your earnings from
that blank template to the next two tabs. Label these tabs by month.
Create categories for earning, saving, and spending. For
your part-time job and how you spend and save that money in a Create categories for earning, saving, and spending. For
example, you might mow lawns in the summer in addition to having a part-time job in the school year. Or, you might have a college fund and a car fund.
spreadsheet over a three-month period. Set up your spreadsheet
Select ranges of cells to add, subtract, find a time period when you spent the most amount of money, or a time period when you saved the least amount of money. Use the spreadsheet to adjust
in an organized way so the data will be meaningful to you.
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pg. 229–230Exercise 2-1 Enter Formulas
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pg. 229–230Exercise 2-1 Enter Formulas
The primary function of a spreadsheet is to perform calculations by using arithmetic operatorsarithmetic operators to create
arithmetic operatorsA symbol that calculations by using arithmetic operatorsarithmetic operators to create
formulasformulas. Some common arithmetic operators include:
Arithmetic Operator Action
yrepresents a specific action. For instance, the arithmetic symbol for addition is the + sign (pg 229) Operator
+ Add
– Subtract
* Multiply
sign. (pg. 229)
formulaA calculation in Excel that describes the Multiply
/ Divide
= Equals
relationship between cells; for example, you can create a formula to add data in a range of cells (pg 229)
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pg. 231–233Exercise 2-2 Use Functions to Summarize Data
In this exercise, you will use the AutoSum feature to simplify calculations of long columns of numbers Then you
functionA built-in formula in simplify calculations of long columns of numbers. Then you
will use the Max, Min, and Count functions.
In Excel, you can use functionsfunctions, such as AutoSumAutoSum, to perform calculations Some common Excel functions are:
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AutoSumA shortcut button on th F l t b f perform calculations. Some common Excel functions are:
Function DescriptionSum Calculates the total of a cell range
the Formulas tab for the Sum function in Excel. (pg. 231)
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Minimum (Min) Finds the smallest number in cell range
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pg. 234–235Exercise 2-3 Copy Formulas
In this exercise, you will copy formulas you entered in the previous exercise so you will not have to enter them again
relative addressingThe change a formula makes when it is moved or
i d t th ll ith previous exercise so you will not have to enter them again.
Sometimes, you may want to apply the same formula to different groups of cells. Excel simplifies this task with its
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copied to other cells with different data. (pg. 234)
relative addressing relative addressing tool, which adjusts a formula automatically when it is applied to different cells.
Enrichment Activity Complete the following activity to learn even
Microsoft Excel
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• Work with more worksheet formulas and functions
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Project Assessment
Compare What is the difference between a function and a formula?a formula?
A formula is a calculation, such as addition or subtraction, that describes the relationship between cells.
A function is a built-in formula in Excel.
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Predict How do you think relative addressing will help you when using Excel?you when using Excel?
Relative addressing allows you to apply the same formula to different cells without having to rekey the formula to include the new cell addresses This savesformula to include the new cell addresses. This saves time and helps avoid keying errors.
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Identify Name three common Excel functions and what they dowhat they do.
Possible answers include:Function Description
Independent Practice Use the rubrics for these projects to help you create and
lSum Calculates the total of a cell range
Average Calculates the average of a cell range
Minimum (Min) Finds the smallest number in cell range
evaluate your work. Go the Online Learning Center at glencoe.com. Choose Rubrics Minimum (Min) Finds the smallest number in cell range
Maximum (Max) Finds the largest number in a cell range
Count Shows the number of cells in a range
Choose Rubrics, then Unit 5.
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pg. 239–250
Exercise 3-1Select criteria to use in a sort
Key Terms sort Select criteria to use in a sort
Sort in ascending order or descending order
Exercise 3-2
sortcriteriaascending sortdescending sortfilter Display rows that match your needs
Hide columns
Exercise 3-3
filterhiding chart
Create a bar chart Select a data series
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Why do I need to learn how to sort data and evaluate
Why It Mattersy do eed to ea o to so t data a d e a uate
results?The more information you add to a worksheet, the more difficult it becomes to find the information you need. Even after you add formulas and functions, it may be difficult to find exactly what you are looking for. Learning how to sort and filter data is a key to successfully finding information in a worksheet.
Once you find the information you are looking for, it might still be difficult to compare data or evaluate your results. Excel has the perfect tools to help you Learning how to use graphs and charts
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perfect tools to help you. Learning how to use graphs and charts will help you evaluate your results and relate that information to others.
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Use the sort feature to order your data alphabetically or numerically
Using Excel’s Tools to Find and Evaluate Data
alphabetically or numerically.
If you want to look at a specific set of information, use a filter to find that information
d hid h f dand hide the rest of your data.
If you are a visual learner, charts and graphs can be especially helpful to you if you want tocan be especially helpful to you if you want to display and compare data.
Charts and graphs also provide a quick look at l t f i f ti d k it t
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pg. 240–241Exercise 3-1 Sort Data
In this exercise, you will sort the components in your computer price comparison alphabetically and numerically
criteriaCharacteristics that define an item, such as age or last name. computer price comparison alphabetically and numerically.
Once you have entered data into a worksheet, you may want to organize it to be more useful. You can arrange data by
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(pg. 240)
sortA way of arranging data in a particular order.
criteriacriteria, using a sortsort:ascending sortascending sort - lowest to highestdescending sortdescending sort - highest to lowest
a pa t cu a o de(pg. 240)
ascending sortA sort to arrange data from lowest todata from lowest to highest, such as A to Z or 1 to 100. (pg. 240)
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pg. 242–243Exercise 3-2 Filter Data
In this exercise, you will use a worksheet that lists five computer systems each with different components and
filterA way to find just the computer systems, each with different components and
prices. You will use filters to display the systems that meet your criteria and hide data that you do not need to see.
To see just the data you want you can:
y jinformation you need and hide the rest. (pg. 242)
hidingTo see just the data you want, you can:
Use a filterfilterHideHide columns or rows
A way to reduce the amount of information displayed in an Excel worksheet. (pg. 242)
Filtering and hiding are particularly useful when a worksheet has many rows or columns, and the screen becomes distracting with too much information.
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pg. 244–247Exercise 3-3 Create Charts
In this exercise, you will create a column chart that compares the prices of each component of a computer
chartA visual way to display compares the prices of each component of a computer.
Excel offers a variety of options for creating chartscharts, or graphs, of data. Some types of charts are:
y p yand compare data; also known as graph. (pg. 244)
Bar Column Line
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Often, charts are easier to understand and interpret than a page full of numbers!
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pg. 244–247Exercise 3-3 Create Charts
Enrichment Activity Complete the following activity to learn even more Microsoft Excel skills Go to the Onlineskills. Go to the Online Learning Center at glencoe.com. Choose Enrichment Activities, then Unit 5.
Use multiple criteria• Use multiple criteria sorts in Excel
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Explore Think of a situation in which you might want to use the Sort function in Exceluse the Sort function in Excel.
It is useful to sort information that can be put into a certain order so that information is easier to find. For
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example, if you are giving out awards for school attendance, an ascending sort will indicate students with the least amount of absent days.
Learning Center at glencoe.com. Choose Rubrics, then Unit 5.
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Compare and Contrast Discuss the similarities and differences between filtering and hiding data.
Possible similarities include:Neither function deletes information from the worksheet.Both functions conceal information so that it is not visible.
Possible differences include:Fil i ll h l h d dFiltering allows you to choose exactly the data you need and hides the rest (even within the same row or column).Hiding requires that you choose entire rows or columns so they are not displayed
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Analyze Which of the following chart types would be the best choice for showing the percentages of boys and girls in yourchoice for showing the percentages of boys and girls in your school? Why?
A. barB column
C. lineD pieB. column
The correct answer is:D. pie
D. pie
To show the percentages of boys and girls in your school, the pie chart would be most effective because it shows parts of a whole
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parts of a whole.
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Make Predictions How do you think Excel helps businesses?businesses?
Among many other tasks, businesses may use Excel to:Create budgets
Unit Projects Use the rubrics for these projects to help you create and evaluate your work. Go the Online Learning g
Compare products or other itemsOrganize customer or employee dataTrack and calculate sales figures
Center at glencoe.com. Choose Rubrics, then Unit 5.
gPrepare graphs for presentations and reports
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Cause and Effect Why do you think it is important to become comfortable with Excel in high school?become comfortable with Excel in high school?
Excel is commonly used in homes (for personal tasks) and in offices (for business tasks). Students who learn Excel in hi h h l ill h d t h th d thigh school will have an advantage when they graduate, whether they go to college or start a professional career right away.
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Evaluate Give an example of data that might be easier to understand as a chart rather than as numbers in a worksheetunderstand as a chart rather than as numbers in a worksheet.
Examples include:Comparing sales from year to yearp g y yIllustrating temperature patternsShowing percentages of different groups of people
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Analyze Based on what you have learned so far, which feature of Excel do you think is the most useful? Whichfeature of Excel do you think is the most useful? Which do you feel the least comfortable with right now?
Identify an aspect of Excel that you think is particularly f l ll ld lik t f ili iuseful, as well as one you would like to familiarize
yourself with further.
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Design a Custom ComputerFor all of your portfolio projects, it is necessary to plan, research, and prepare before you create. This projectBuild Your Portfolio Use research, and prepare before you create. This project requires you to design a custom computer that will meet your needs for creating products with the use of a digital camera. Consider the following as you plan your project:
the rubrics for this portfolio project to help you create and evaluate your work. Go the Online Learning Center at glencoe com Choose
What types of things do you want to create using photos from a digital camera?
glencoe.com. Choose Rubrics, then Unit 5.
What type of digital camera will you use? Consider memory, megapixels, and software needs.
What type of software will you need to create prints T
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What type of software will you need to create prints, T-shirt transfers, Web page images, and other products?
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Research Your Computer and Prepare Your Data
Is there a type of software that will help you create all of theIs there a type of software that will help you create all of the digital photo products you want to create?What are the computer system requirements for the software you chose?Wh hi t t k i i d thWhen researching computer systems, keep in mind the differences in price and necessity between packaged systems and custom built systems.Organize your cost comparisons in a way that will make it g y p yeasy for you to find information and create a comparison chart.When comparing the costs, you may decide that certain elements are unnecessary Go back and do more research
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elements are unnecessary. Go back and do more research to revise your data.
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Double-click the icon below to view a rubric you can use to create a worksheet and a report about buying ause to create a worksheet and a report about buying a custom computer.
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