The Top-Down Approach to Computing the Operating Cash Flow

question 19

Multiple Choice

The top-down approach to computing the operating cash flow:

• A) Ignores all noncash items.
• B) Applies only if a project produces sales.
• C) Can only be used if the entire cash flows of a firm are included.
• D) Is equal to sales - costs - taxes + depreciation.
• E) Includes the interest expense related to a project.

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