Indicate Whether Each of the Following Would Be Added to or Deducted

question 64

Essay

Indicate whether each of the following would be added to or deducted from net income in determining net cash flow from operating activities by the indirect method:
(a)Increase in prepaid expenses
(b)Amortization of patents
(c)Increase in salaries payable
(d)Gain on sale of fixed assets
(e)Decrease in accounts receivable
(f)Increase in notes receivable due in 60 days
(g)Amortization of discount on bonds payable
(h)Decrease in merchandise inventory
(i)Depreciation of fixed assets
(j)Loss on retirement of long-term debt
(k)Decrease in accounts payable
(l)Increase in notes payable due in 30 days
(m)Increase in income taxes payable

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Definitions:

Warranty

A promise, statement, or other representation that an item has certain qualities; also, an insured’s promise to abide by restrictions, especially those written into an insurance policy. Also, an obligation imposed by law that an item will have certain qualities. Warranties made by means of a statement or other affirmation of fact are called express warranties; those imposed by law are implied warranties.

Insured

A party that is protected by an insurer against losses caused by the risks specified in an insurance policy.

Insurance Company

A financial institution that provides a range of insurance policies to protect individuals and businesses against the risk of financial losses in return for premium payments.

Economic Loss

Financial damage suffered by a person or entity, often due to breach of contract, negligence, or external market factors.