I applied for a job in a clerical position and they made me take a prove it
test for MS Excel and Office? Is there a link on how I can practice this test
and retake it so I can pass the prove it test?

Congratulations on applying for a clerical position that requires Microsoft Excel skills! The Prove It test is a common assessment tool used by employers to evaluate a candidate's proficiency in Excel. Here are some tips to help you pass the test:

1. Review the Excel basics: Make sure you are familiar with the basic functions of Excel, such as formatting cells, creating formulas, and using functions like
   Formula:

   =SUM 

   ,
   Formula:

   =AVERAGE 

   , and
   Formula:

   =COUNT 

   .
2. Practice with sample tests: There are many online resources that offer sample Prove It tests for Excel. You can use these tests to practice your skills and get a feel for the types of questions that may be asked on the actual test.
3. Brush up on your keyboard shortcuts: Knowing keyboard shortcuts can save you a lot of time when working in Excel. Make sure you are familiar with common shortcuts like CTRL+C (copy), CTRL+V (paste), and CTRL+Z (undo).
4. Take your time: The Prove It test is timed, but don't rush through the questions. Take your time to read each question carefully and double-check your work before submitting your answers.
5. Be confident: Believe in yourself and your Excel skills. If you have prepared well and practiced, you should feel confident going into the test.

As for retaking the test, you will need to check with the employer or testing agency to see if that is an option. They may have specific policies in place regarding retakes. Good luck on your test!

I would imagine the test was designed in-house by the company to which you
applied.

There is no standard "prove it test" for Office and Excel other than the
MOUS exams.

MOUS = Microsoft Office User Specialist

Search the 'net for MOUS exam or certification.


Gord Dibben MS Excel MVP

On Wed, 17 Jun 2009 13:06:01 -0700, jerry
wrote:

I applied for a job in a clerical position and they made me take a prove it
test for MS Excel and Office? Is there a link on how I can practice this test
and retake it so I can pass the prove it test?

Hi,

You might want to get a book on Excel and study up. I don't know what's hot
these days but you could try the Excel Bible by J. Walkenbach, or one of the
books by Microsoft.

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Shane Devenshire


"jerry" wrote:

I applied for a job in a clerical position and they made me take a prove it
test for MS Excel and Office? Is there a link on how I can practice this test
and retake it so I can pass the prove it test?

I agree with all that's been written so far. In the Microsoft published
line, I'd look at the "Step by Step" books.
Since it probably was a custom test, you might also write down some of the
things that were required in it so that you can focus a little in those areas
during your studies.

"jerry" wrote:

I applied for a job in a clerical position and they made me take a prove it
test for MS Excel and Office? Is there a link on how I can practice this test
and retake it so I can pass the prove it test?