In an MS Excel spreadsheet, what does the cell address B5 represent?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is: (d) Column B and Row 5

Explanation:

• In MS Excel, each cell is identified using a cell address, which is a combination of a column letter and a row number.

• The address B5 means:

  • Column B (which is the second column from the left)

  • Row 5 (which is the fifth row from the top)

• Therefore, cell B5 refers to the intersection point of Column B and Row 5 in the spreadsheet.

• Cell addresses in Excel always start with the column letter followed by the row number (e.g., A1, C10, Z100).

• B5 is a specific cell where data, text, or formulas can be stored.

• You can reference B5 in formulas like =B5+10, where the value in B5 is used in the calculation.

• Clicking on a cell displays its address in the Name Box (left of the formula bar).

• Absolute referencing (e.g., $B$5) keeps the reference fixed even if the formula is copied to other cells.