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Excel & Data Interpretation Test

The Excel & Data Interpretation Test uses scenario-based MCQs to evaluate candidates' ability to perform tasks such as data manipulation, statistical analysis, financial modeling, problem-solving, and critical thinking. Candidates may also be evaluated on their ability to interpret and draw insights from data, and to communicate their findings effectively through visualizations and reports.

Covered skills:

  • Basic Excel Formulas
  • Excel Math Formulas
  • Analyzing data in Excel using Pivots and Filters
  • Visualizing data in Excel
  • Interpreting Graphs
  • Analyzing Tables
  • Drawing inferences
  • Analyzing Charts
  • Data Visualization
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About the Excel & Data Interpretation Assessment Test


The Excel & Data Interpretation Test helps recruiters and hiring managers identify qualified candidates from a pool of resumes, and helps in taking objective hiring decisions. It reduces the administrative overhead of interviewing too many candidates and saves time by filtering out unqualified candidates at the first step of the hiring process.

The test screens for the following skills that hiring managers look for in candidates:

  • Proficient in using basic Excel formulas
  • Strong understanding of Excel math formulas
  • Ability to analyze data in Excel using Pivots and Filters
  • Skilled in visualizing data in Excel
  • Proficient in interpreting graphs for data analysis
  • Ability to analyze tables and draw inferences
  • Strong understanding of analyzing charts in Excel
  • Proficient in data visualization techniques
  • Ability to interpret and make sense of data
  • Skilled in using various Excel features for data analysis

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🧐 Question

Medium

MATCH INDEX LOOKUP
Solve
Some friends live in adjacent apartments in a building in Central Perk, New York. We want to write a function to search the apartment number by name. Which of the following functions should we use?
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Medium

Organization data
Data transformation
Duplicate Data Removal
Remove Duplicate Values
Solve
We have two Excel files with organization data. One file has Organization ID and Organization Name fields, whereas the second file has Organization ID, Organization Name and Country fields. We wrote a query to retrieve the data from both files. Here’s a sample of the data retrieved:
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We want to ensure Organization ID field is unique. Which of the following is the ideal solution that ensures Organization ID field is unique while retaining Country data?

A: Select the Organization ID and Country columns, and then click Keep Duplicates.
B: Select the Organization ID and Country columns, and then click Remove Duplicates.
C: Use Group BY function to group the rows by Organization ID. Specify output columns for Organization Name and Country using MAX operation.
D: Select Organization ID column and then click Remove Duplicates. Then specify output columns for Country using MAX operation.

Medium

Student scores
Data formatting
Data Transformation
Data Manipulation
Solve
Here’s a sample Excel data source:
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Here’s the expected data format: 
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Which of the following is the correct way to transform the data from the query editor to achieve the result?

A: Columns to Select: Student Only
B: Columns to Select: Student and Student ID
C: Columns to Select: Primary and Secondary
D: Command to Use: Pivot Column
E: Command to Use: Reverse Rows
F: Command to Use: Unpivot Columns

Medium

VLOOKUP blood donor
Lookup Functions
Data Manipulation
Solve
We are looking to find the contact number of the only blood donor with blood group O-. Which function should we use to look up the correct contact number? Here's the documentation for VLOOKUP: =VLOOKUP(lookup value, range containing the lookup value, the column number in the range containing the return value, Approximate match (TRUE) or Exact match (FALSE)).
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A: =VLOOKUP("O-", A1:E10, 3, TRUE)
B: =VLOOKUP("O-", A1:E10, 3, FALSE)
C: =VLOOKUP("O-", D1:D10, 4)
D: =VLOOKUP("O-", D1:D10, 3)
E: =VLOOKUP("O-", A1:E10, 4, TRUE)
F: =VLOOKUP("O-", A1:E10, 4, FALSE)
G: =VLOOKUP("Kane", A1:E10, 4)

Medium

Dividends
Financial Analysis
Percentage and Average Calculations
Solve
Consider the following line chart which shows the money invested by a company in production each year and the sales made by the company each year. If the pie chart shows the shareholding pattern of the company and the company gives 10% of the profit as dividends to its share holders then what is the average dividend received by retail investors from 2000 to 2004?
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Medium

Laptop Brands
Proportions and Percentages
Financial Reasoning
Cost Price Ratio Calculation
Percentage Profit Calculation
Solve
Given below is the list of laptop brands and their details in which some data is missing. If the cost price of Dell is 3/5 of the cost price of Lenovo, then what will be the %profit of Dell?
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Hard

Median
Trend Analysis
Statistical Reasoning
Median Calculation
Percentage Change Calculation
Solve
 Consider the following line chart which shows the sales of five different companies from 2000 to 2009. Which of the following companies has the maximum percentage increase in the median from 2000 to 2004 and 2005 to 2009.
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🧐 Question🔧 Skill

Medium

MATCH INDEX LOOKUP

2 mins

Excel
Solve

Medium

Organization data
Data transformation
Duplicate Data Removal
Remove Duplicate Values

3 mins

Excel
Solve

Medium

Student scores
Data formatting
Data Transformation
Data Manipulation

2 mins

Excel
Solve

Medium

VLOOKUP blood donor
Lookup Functions
Data Manipulation

2 mins

Excel
Solve

Medium

Dividends
Financial Analysis
Percentage and Average Calculations

3 mins

Data Interpretation
Solve

Medium

Laptop Brands
Proportions and Percentages
Financial Reasoning
Cost Price Ratio Calculation
Percentage Profit Calculation

2 mins

Data Interpretation
Solve

Hard

Median
Trend Analysis
Statistical Reasoning
Median Calculation
Percentage Change Calculation

3 mins

Data Interpretation
Solve
🧐 Question🔧 Skill💪 Difficulty⌛ Time
MATCH INDEX LOOKUP
Excel
Medium2 mins
Solve
Organization data
Data transformation
Duplicate Data Removal
Remove Duplicate Values
Excel
Medium3 mins
Solve
Student scores
Data formatting
Data Transformation
Data Manipulation
Excel
Medium2 mins
Solve
VLOOKUP blood donor
Lookup Functions
Data Manipulation
Excel
Medium2 mins
Solve
Dividends
Financial Analysis
Percentage and Average Calculations
Data Interpretation
Medium3 mins
Solve
Laptop Brands
Proportions and Percentages
Financial Reasoning
Cost Price Ratio Calculation
Percentage Profit Calculation
Data Interpretation
Medium2 mins
Solve
Median
Trend Analysis
Statistical Reasoning
Median Calculation
Percentage Change Calculation
Data Interpretation
Hard3 mins
Solve
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Why you should use Pre-employment Excel & Data Interpretation Test?

The Excel & Data Interpretation Test makes use of scenario-based questions to test for on-the-job skills as opposed to theoretical knowledge, ensuring that candidates who do well on this screening test have the relavant skills. The questions are designed to covered following on-the-job aspects:

  • Mastering basic Excel formulas
  • Understanding and applying advanced Excel math formulas
  • Analyzing data in Excel using Pivots and Filters
  • Visualizing data in Excel through charts and graphs
  • Interpreting graphs to draw conclusions
  • Analyzing tables to extract insights
  • Utilizing Excel's data visualization tools effectively
  • Applying statistical concepts and techniques to Excel data
  • Understanding and utilizing advanced Excel functions
  • Creating dynamic reports and dashboards in Excel

Once the test is sent to a candidate, the candidate receives a link in email to take the test. For each candidate, you will receive a detailed report with skills breakdown and benchmarks to shortlist the top candidates from your pool.

What topics are covered in the Excel & Data Interpretation Test?

Basic Excel Formulas: This skill involves using built-in Excel functions to perform calculations and manipulate data. It is important to measure this skill as it forms the foundation for more advanced Excel operations and is a core requirement for most data analysis tasks.

Excel Math Formulas: This skill focuses on using mathematical formulas in Excel to perform calculations, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. It is crucial to measure this skill as it demonstrates the ability to perform basic numeracy operations within Excel, which is essential for working with numerical data.

Analyzing data in Excel using Pivots and Filters: With this skill, individuals can analyze and summarize large datasets using Excel's pivot tables and filters. Measuring this skill allows recruiters to assess a candidate's proficiency in data manipulation and their ability to extract meaningful insights from complex datasets.

Visualizing data in Excel: This skill involves presenting data in a visual format, such as charts or graphs, to facilitate better understanding and analysis. Evaluating this skill helps recruiters gauge a candidate's ability to effectively communicate data-driven insights and make information more accessible.

Interpreting Graphs: This skill focuses on understanding and interpreting graphs and charts created using Excel. Assessing this skill provides recruiters with insights into a candidate's ability to extract insights from visual representations of data and draw informed conclusions.

Analyzing Tables: This skill involves working with tabular data in Excel, including sorting, filtering, and performing calculations. Measuring this skill helps evaluate a candidate's ability to analyze structured data and spot patterns or trends within tables.

Drawing inferences: This skill involves using data analysis techniques to draw conclusions or make predictions based on available information in Excel. Assessing this skill allows recruiters to evaluate a candidate's ability to interpret data and make informed decisions based on the analyzed findings.

Analyzing Charts: This skill focuses on examining and interpreting various types of charts created in Excel, such as bar charts, line charts, or pie charts. Evaluating this skill provides insights into a candidate's ability to analyze graphical representations of data and extract meaningful information.

Data Visualization: This skill involves presenting data in a visually appealing and easy-to-understand manner using charts, graphs, or other visual elements. Measuring this skill ensures that candidates possess the ability to effectively communicate data insights and visually represent information for better decision-making.

Full list of covered topics

The actual topics of the questions in the final test will depend on your job description and requirements. However, here's a list of topics you can expect the questions for Excel & Data Interpretation Test to be based on.

SUM function
COUNT function
AVERAGE function
IF function
VLOOKUP function
PivotTables
Filtering data
Conditional formatting
Charts
Sparklines
Data validation
Data sorting
Data filtering
Data formatting
Data analysis
Data visualization
Cell references
Date functions
Logical functions
Text functions
Statistical functions
Lookup functions
Chart types
Chart formatting
Graph interpretation
Table analysis
Table formatting
Table functions
Drawing conclusions
Data trends
Data patterns
Data correlation
Data comparison
Data presentation
Data interpretation
Data manipulation
Data exploration
Data extraction
Data summarization
Data filtering
Data grouping
Data calculations
Data reporting
Data visualization tools
Data analysis techniques
Data visualization techniques
Data interpretation techniques
Data analysis best practices
Excel shortcuts and tips
Data input techniques
Data formula auditing
Data error handling
Data quality assurance
Data accuracy verification
Data security measures

What roles can I use the Excel & Data Interpretation Test for?

  • Data Analyst
  • Financial Analyst
  • Business Analyst
  • Data Entry Specialist
  • Project Manager
  • Operations Manager
  • Accountant
  • Marketing Analyst

How is the Excel & Data Interpretation Test customized for senior candidates?

For intermediate/ experienced candidates, we customize the assessment questions to include advanced topics and increase the difficulty level of the questions. This might include adding questions on topics like

  • Leveraging conditional formatting and data validation in Excel
  • Performing trend analysis on Excel data
  • Using Excel's lookup and reference functions efficiently
  • Employing Excel's data analysis tools for decision making
  • Applying data cleansing techniques in Excel
  • Utilizing Excel's PivotTable and PivotChart features
  • Analyzing and interpreting Excel data for forecasting
  • Applying regression analysis to Excel data
  • Creating interactive data visualizations in Excel
  • Utilizing Excel's Power Query and Power Pivot capabilities

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What is Excel & Data Interpretation Test?

The Excel & Data Interpretation Test evaluates candidates' proficiency in using Excel for basic and advanced data manipulation and their ability to interpret data. It is widely used by recruiters to identify individuals with strong Excel skills and an aptitude for analyzing and visualizing data.

Can I combine Excel & Data Interpretation Test with Data Analysis questions?

Yes, recruiters can request a custom test that includes both Excel & Data Interpretation and Data Analysis questions. For more details on how we assess Data Analysis skills, visit our Data Analysis Test page.

What skills are evaluated in the Excel & Data Interpretation Test?

This test covers skills such as:

  • Basic Excel Formulas
  • Excel Math Formulas
  • Analyzing data in Excel using Pivots and Filters
  • Visualizing data in Excel
  • Interpreting Graphs
  • Analyzing Tables
  • Drawing inferences
  • Analyzing Charts
  • Data Visualization
How to use Excel & Data Interpretation Test in my hiring process?

Use this test as a pre-screening tool early in your recruitment process. You can include a link to the test in your job post or invite candidates via email. This helps identify skilled candidates faster.

Can I test Excel and SQL together in a test?

Yes, you can. Combining Excel and SQL skills is recommended for roles that require both data manipulation and database querying. Explore our Excel & SQL Test for more details.

What are the main Data Analysis tests?
Can I combine multiple skills into one custom assessment?

Yes, absolutely. Custom assessments are set up based on your job description, and will include questions on all must-have skills you specify. Here's a quick guide on how you can request a custom test.

Do you have any anti-cheating or proctoring features in place?

We have the following anti-cheating features in place:

  • Non-googleable questions
  • IP proctoring
  • Screen proctoring
  • Web proctoring
  • Webcam proctoring
  • Plagiarism detection
  • Secure browser
  • Copy paste protection

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How do I interpret test scores?

The primary thing to keep in mind is that an assessment is an elimination tool, not a selection tool. A skills assessment is optimized to help you eliminate candidates who are not technically qualified for the role, it is not optimized to help you find the best candidate for the role. So the ideal way to use an assessment is to decide a threshold score (typically 55%, we help you benchmark) and invite all candidates who score above the threshold for the next rounds of interview.

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Yes, it makes it much easier for you to compare candidates. Options for MCQ questions and the order of questions are randomized. We have anti-cheating/ proctoring features in place. In our enterprise plan, we also have the option to create multiple versions of the same assessment with questions of similar difficulty levels.

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