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441. In Ms Word, the mailing list is known as the ____________.

  • A. Data source
  • B. Sheet
  • C. Data sheet
  • D. Source

Explanation: In a mail merge, the mailing list containing names, addresses, and other recipient fields is called the data source. The main document receives selected fields from this source.

Correct answer: Data source

442. It is possible to __________ a data source before performing a merge in Ms Word?.

  • A. Modify
  • B. Sort
  • C. Create
  • D. all of the above

Explanation: Before merging, Word lets you create, modify, and sort the data source so that the recipient information is correct and properly ordered.

Correct answer: all of the above

443. DropCap means_____________?

  • A. Small Caps
  • B. Title case
  • C. All Caps
  • D. None of above

Explanation: A drop cap is a large initial letter that drops down across several lines of a paragraph; it does not mean small, title, or all capitals. Since that definition is missing from the choices, “None of above” is correct.

Correct answer: None of above

444. How can you apply exactly the same formatting you did to another text in Ms Word?

  • A. Copy the text and click on Paste Special tool on new place
  • B. Select the text then click on Format Painter and select the new text
  • C. Copy the text and paste in new location. Then type the new text again
  • D. All of above

Explanation: Format Painter copies formatting such as font, size, colour, and paragraph style without copying the text itself. Select the formatted text, click Format Painter, and then select the target text.

Correct answer: Select the text then click on Format Painter and select the new text

445. Which of the following line spacing is invalid in Ms Word?

  • A. Multiple
  • B. Double
  • C. Triple
  • D. Single

Explanation: Word supports Single, Double, and Multiple line spacing, while “Triple” is not a standard line-spacing setting. A multiple value can be used for spacing greater than double.

Correct answer: Triple

446. What should you do if you require pasting the same format in many places?

  • A. Double click the format painter then go on pasting in many places
  • B. Click the format painter then go on pasting to many places holding Ctrl Key
  • C. Click the Format painter and go on pasting in many places holding Alt Key
  • D. All of above

Explanation: Double-clicking Format Painter keeps it active after each use, allowing the same formatting to be applied repeatedly. A single click turns it off after one application.

Correct answer: Double click the format painter then go on pasting in many places

447. In Ms Word, On which toolbar can you find Format Painter tool?

  • A. Formatting toolbar
  • B. Picture Toolbar
  • C. Drawing Toolbar
  • D. Standard toolbar

Explanation: In the classic Word interface, Format Painter is located on the Standard toolbar. It copies the appearance of selected text to another selection.

Correct answer: Standard toolbar

448. In Ms Word, Which of the following option is not available in Insert >> Picture?

  • A. Chart
  • B. Graph
  • C. Clip Art
  • D. Word Art

Explanation: The Insert Picture menu includes items such as Clip Art, Chart, and WordArt, whereas “Graph” is not a separate standard command in that menu.

Correct answer: Graph

449. How many different positions can you set for drop cap in Ms Word?

  • A. 1
  • B. 2
  • C. 3
  • D. 4Word Processing Software

Explanation: A drop cap has two positions: Dropped, where the letter sits within the paragraph, and In margin, where it extends into the margin.

Correct answer: 2

450. What is the maximum number of lines you can set for lines to drop box in Ms Word?

  • A. 3
  • B. 5
  • C. 10
  • D. 15

Explanation: The classic Word Drop Cap dialog permits the dropped letter to occupy up to 10 lines. The number controls how many text lines the enlarged initial spans.

Correct answer: 10