Which of the Following Should Be Deducted from Net Income

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following should be deducted from net income in calculating net cash flow from operating activities using the indirect method?

• A) depreciation expense
• B) gain on sale of land
• C) a loss on the sale of equipment
• D) dividends declared and paid

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Definitions:

Impairment Loss

A decrease in an asset's recoverable amount below its carrying amount, leading to a write-down of the asset's value on the balance sheet.

Gross Margin

The difference between revenue and cost of goods sold divided by revenue, expressed as a percentage; it measures the profitability of selling goods.

Cost Method

An accounting method used to value investments, where the investment is recorded at cost and adjustments are made for dividends received or additional investments made.

Significant Influence

The power to participate in the financial and operating policy decisions of an investee but not control those policies.