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Problem Solving Using Microsoft Excel (Coursera)

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Excel is a spreadsheet developed by Microsoft for Windows for macOS, iOS and Android. Using Excel, one can make simple and complex calculations, plot graphs and charts, and analyze data for problem solving. It is a very popular spreadsheet, used by students, teachers, and industries worldwide. In this project, you will understand what a spreadsheet is, learn about the Excel interface, the basic functions and techniques used in Excel, how to identify and troubleshoot common errors, solve data tables, and create linear regression models!

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In this Guided Project, you will:

Understand what a spreadsheet is
Learn about the Excel interface and the basic functions and techniques used in Excel, identify and troubleshoot common errors
Solve data tables and create linear regression models

Learn step-by-step

Understand what a spreadsheet is and identify the different components of the Excel window
Use various popular Excel functions and techniques in your calculations
Identify and troubleshoot common errors
Make different plots, graphs and charts in Excel
Solve data tables using Excel
Solve optimization problems using the Solver tool
Create regression models in Excel

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