What will happen if a worksheet contains multiple columns with the same values?

When a worksheet contains multiple columns with the same values, sorting is significantly affected because the sorting function relies on the uniqueness of the data to organize rows based on specified criteria. If there are duplicate values across multiple columns, the sorting may not provide the expected order, as it cannot determine the precedence of rows based solely on duplicated entries. This can lead to confusion, as multiple rows will appear similarly sorted, making it difficult to identify distinct datasets.

In contrast, issues related to display or error notifications would typically not stem directly from having identical values across columns. Although visual understanding may be impaired due to lack of uniqueness, it does not inherently hinder the display or prompt an error message within the software. Similarly, duplicate values are not automatically hidden; they remain visible but pose challenges during specific functions like sorting.

Understanding these dynamics is crucial, as effective data management and organization rely on the ability to sort and analyze data accurately.