Simpsons, a Manufacturer of Air Conditioners, Finds That Its Sales

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Essay

Simpsons, a manufacturer of air conditioners, finds that its sales potential is less than its market potential even when it spends a sufficient amount on advertisements and after sale services. What is the basic reason behind such an observation by the marketers of Simpsons?

Understand how to analyze and prepare the statement of cash flows.

Identify the impact of cash dividends, property, plant, and equipment transactions, and stock activities on the statement of cash flows.

Determine cash provided by or used in operating activities using given financial information.

Calculate free cash flow from provided data.

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Definitions:

Dred Scott Decision

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