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511. The purpose of Thesaurus tool is used in MS word?

  • A. Grammar options
  • B. Spelling Checking
  • C. Synonyms and Antonyms
  • D. Replace

Explanation: Word's Thesaurus suggests words with similar or opposite meanings, including synonyms and antonyms. Grammar and spelling are handled by separate proofing tools.

Correct answer: Synonyms and Antonyms

512. In a computer spreadsheet, function which is used to count numbers of entries in given range is called __________ ?

  • A. Length
  • B. Counter
  • C. Count
  • D. None of These

Explanation: The COUNT function counts cells containing numbers in a specified range, whereas COUNTA counts non-empty cells of various types. Length and Counter are not the standard Excel function for this task.

Correct answer: Count

513. What does the term "filter" refer to in Excel?

  • A. To permanently delete rows or columns
  • B. To format the appearance of cells
  • C. To temporarily hide certain data based on specific criteria
  • D. To create a chart

Explanation: Excel's Filter displays only rows that meet selected criteria while temporarily hiding the others. It does not delete the hidden data permanently or create charts.

Correct answer: To temporarily hide certain data based on specific criteria

514. What are the small squares arranged in rows and columns called in Excel?

  • A. Cells
  • B. Columns
  • C. Blocks
  • D. Rows

Explanation: Each small rectangle at the intersection of a row and column is a cell. Rows run horizontally and columns run vertically across the worksheet.

Correct answer: Cells

515. Which key deletes the character to the right of the cursor in Ms Word?

  • A. End
  • B. Backspace
  • C. Home
  • D. Delete

Explanation: The Delete key removes the character immediately to the right of the cursor. Backspace removes the character to the left, making it the common trap.

Correct answer: Delete

516. In Ms Excel Ready made templates are available under _______ tab ?

  • A. File
  • B. Insert
  • C. Design
  • D. None of Above

Explanation: Excel's ready-made templates are accessed through the File tab, usually by selecting New. The Insert tab adds worksheet objects rather than opening the template gallery.

Correct answer: File

517. "Ctrl + End" Shortcut key is used in Ms Word to____________?

  • A. Moves the cursor to the end of Line
  • B. Moves the cursor to the end of Document
  • C. Moves the cursor to the end of Paragraph
  • D. None of the Above

Explanation: In Word, Ctrl+End moves the insertion point to the end of the document. Ctrl+Right Arrow moves by word, while End generally moves to the end of a line.

Correct answer: Moves the cursor to the end of Document

518. What is the purpose of inserting wallpaper in Microsoft Word?

  • A. To add visual interest to the document
  • B. To adjust the page margins
  • C. To change the font style
  • D. To create page headers and footers

Explanation: A wallpaper or document background is inserted mainly to give a page visual interest or decorative appearance. It does not control margins, fonts, or headers and footers.

Correct answer: To add visual interest to the document

519. Which feature starts a new line whenever a word or sentence reached a border

  • A. Text Line
  • B. New Line
  • C. Text Wrapping
  • D. Text Align

Explanation: Text wrapping automatically moves words to a new line when the current line reaches the page or text-area boundary. Text alignment instead controls how lines are positioned within that area.

Correct answer: Text Wrapping

520. Who is the father of MS Word?

  • A. Martin Cooper
  • B. Denis Riche
  • C. Charles Simonyi and Richard Brodie
  • D. Bill Gates

Explanation: Charles Simonyi led the development of the original Word program, with Richard Brodie as a key early developer. Bill Gates headed Microsoft but was not the sole creator of MS Word.

Correct answer: Charles Simonyi and Richard Brodie