When using the Insert Function button or the AutoSum list arrow, it is necessary to type the equal sign. True or False?

False

Explanation:

It is a general rule for all formulas in Excel and other spreadsheet programs like OpenOffice Calc to begin with the equality (=) sign. However in MS-Excel, when using a function like the AutoSum and Insert as stated in this question scenario, clicking on any of of this functions' button automatically writes out the equality sign. So it will not be necessary to type the equality sign