3.2.2 - Data Validation
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Practice Questions
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What is the purpose of data validation in spreadsheets?
💡 Hint: Think about why we need to keep data organized.
Give an example of a type of data restriction that can be set.
💡 Hint: Consider what you might not want to enter in a numeric field.
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What does data validation do in a spreadsheet?
💡 Hint: Think about what ensures accuracy in your entries.
True or False: Dropdown lists are used to enhance data consistency.
💡 Hint: Recall how we avoid mistakes with lists.
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Create a spreadsheet that utilizes data validation to ensure that only dates between January 1, 2022, and December 31, 2022, can be entered. Outline the steps to implement this.
💡 Hint: Think about how you can set ranges correctly in the validation settings.
Discuss a situation where failing to use data validation could lead to significant errors in a financial spreadsheet.
💡 Hint: Visualize the consequences on financial reporting.
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