Question

which of the following symbols typed into the formula bar tells excel to perform a calculation instead of displaying static data that is entered?
+
|
=
/=

Explanation:

In Excel, to perform a calculation (like using functions or arithmetic operations), you start the formula with the "=" symbol. The "+" is an arithmetic operator but doesn't initiate a formula on its own, "!" is used for sheet references in a specific way (not to start a calculation), and "/=" is not a valid Excel formula initiator. So the "=" symbol tells Excel to perform a calculation instead of just displaying static data.

Answer:

= (the option with "=")