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    Question

    In Excel, you want to summarize sales data by region and

    product category, displaying the sum of sales for each combination. Which feature should you use for the most efficient analysis?
    A VLOOKUP Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Pivot Table Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Data Filter Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Conditional Formatting Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Data Validation Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    A Pivot Table in Excel is a powerful feature used for summarizing large datasets in a dynamic and customizable way. It allows users to rearrange and group data efficiently, making it particularly suitable for tasks like summarizing sales by region and product category. Pivot Tables facilitate aggregations (e.g., sum, average, count) and offer filtering and sorting options, providing an interactive and easy-to-navigate summary. This makes it invaluable for data analysts aiming to extract insights and organize data for reporting purposes without manually sorting or aggregating data. The other options are incorrect because: • Option 1 (VLOOKUP) is primarily for finding specific values across columns, not for summarizing data. • Option 3 (Data Filter) can filter data but cannot create summaries. • Option 4 (Conditional Formatting) highlights data based on conditions but doesn’t aggregate it. • Option 5 (Data Validation) is used to control data entry, not for data summarization.

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