A Corporation Uses the Indirect Method for Preparing the Statement

question 7

Multiple Choice

A corporation uses the indirect method for preparing the statement of cash flows. A fixed asset has been sold for $25,000 representing a gain of $4,500. The value in the operating activities section regarding this event would be

• A) $25,000
• B) $(4,500)
• C) $29,500
• D) $4,500

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Definitions:

Cash Flows

The aggregate sum of money flowing in and out of an enterprise, crucially influencing its financial fluidity.

Unrealized Gains and Losses

Increases or decreases in the value of investments that a company holds but has not yet sold, and therefore, has not yet realized the gains or losses.

Foreign Currency Items

Foreign currency items are transactions, assets, or liabilities denominated in a currency other than the reporting entity's functional currency.

Pension Liability Adjustments

Modifications made to the recorded amounts of pension obligations to reflect changes in estimates, plan amendments, or actuarial assumptions.