A nurse is entering data into a spreadsheet and formats the cell as text. Which data would be appropriate for the nurse to enter into this type of cell? Select all that apply.
A) Medical record number
B) Zip code
C) Date
D) Time
E) Social security number

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Formatting a cell as text in a spreadsheet is appropriate for data that should not be manipulated mathematically or altered in format by the spreadsheet's automatic formatting. Medical record numbers, zip codes, and social security numbers are typically entered as text to preserve any leading zeros and to prevent the spreadsheet from treating them as numerical values, which could lead to unintended mathematical operations or formatting changes.

A Nurse Is Entering Data into a Spreadsheet and Formats