Question

The net income reported on the income statement for the current year was $240,000. Depreciation was $52,000. Accounts receivable and inventories decreased by $5,000 and $15,000, respectively. Prepaid expenses and accounts payable increased, respectively, by $500 and $14,000. How much cash was provided by operating activities?a. $277,500.b. $287,500.c.$295,500.d.$228,500.

Answer 1

Answer:

$325,500

Explanation:

The preparation of the Cash Flows from Operating Activities—Indirect Method is shown below:

Cash flow from Operating activities - Indirect method

Net income $240,000

Adjustment made:

Add : Depreciation expense $52,000

Add: Decrease in accounts receivable $5,000

Add: Decrease in inventory $15,000

Add: Increase in accounts payable $14,000

Less: Increase in prepaid expenses -$500

Total of Adjustments $85,500

Net Cash flow from Operating activities               $325,500

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