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You have a table in a document that contains text in some cells which is too long to fit in the default cell size.

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Table Formatting

The table has 5 rows and 4 columns. Some cells contain long text that is cut off or overlaps adjacent cells.

  1. a

    Suggest Two ways to ensure all text is visible inside the cells without overlapping.

    Aim for approximately 2 distinct marking points.

    [2]
  2. b

    Explain How changing horizontal and vertical alignment can improve the table's appearance.

    Aim for approximately 2 distinct marking points.

    [2]

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Table Editing Tasks

You have created a table with 4 rows and 3 columns. You need to add a heading that spans all three columns, insert a new row between the second and third rows, and apply shading to the heading row.

  1. a

    Describe How do you merge cells to create a heading that spans all three columns?

    Aim for approximately 2 distinct marking points.

    [2]
  2. b

    Explain How can you insert a new row between the second and third rows?

    Aim for approximately 2 distinct marking points.

    [2]
  3. c

    Identify How do you apply shading to the heading row?

    Aim for approximately 2 distinct marking points.

    [2]