Last Year, Tucker Technologies Had (1) a Negative Net Cash

question 28

Multiple Choice

Last year, Tucker Technologies had (1) a negative net cash flow from operations, (2) a negative free cash flow, and (3) an increase in cash as reported on its balance sheet. Which of the following factors could explain this situation?

• A) The company had a sharp increase in its inventories.
• B) The company had a sharp increase in its accrued liabilities.
• C) The company sold a new issue of common stock.
• D) The company made a large capital investment early in the year.

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