Q. A software package to perform calculations on data arranged in an array is
✅ Correct Answer: (C)
Electronic spread sheet
Explanation:
An electronic spreadsheet (like Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets) is a software application designed to perform calculations on data arranged in rows and columns (arrays).
- It allows users to use formulas, functions, and charts to analyze and visualize data.
Other options:
- (A) System software – Manages hardware and system resources, not specifically for data calculations.
- (B) Utility programs – Perform maintenance tasks, not calculations on arrays.
- (D) Application programs – A general term; electronic spreadsheet is a more specific and correct answer here.
So, the correct answer is Electronic spreadsheet.
Explanation by: Mr. Dubey
An electronic spreadsheet (like Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets) is a software application designed to perform calculations on data arranged in rows and columns (arrays).
- It allows users to use formulas, functions, and charts to analyze and visualize data.
Other options:
- (A) System software – Manages hardware and system resources, not specifically for data calculations.
- (B) Utility programs – Perform maintenance tasks, not calculations on arrays.
- (D) Application programs – A general term; electronic spreadsheet is a more specific and correct answer here.
So, the correct answer is Electronic spreadsheet.