In Calculating Cash Flows from Operating Activities Using the Indirect

question 20

Multiple Choice

In calculating cash flows from operating activities using the indirect method, a loss on the sale of equipment is

• A)added to net income.
• B)deducted from net income.
• C)ignored because it does not affect cash.
• D)not reported on a statement of cash flows.

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