Using the Indirect Method an Increase in Accounts Receivable During

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Using the indirect method an increase in accounts receivable during a period is deducted from net income in calculating cash provided by operations.

Analyze cash flows related to assets, including ending fixed asset valuation.

Understand retained earnings calculation including the impact of dividends and net income.

Recognize the impact of net working capital changes and net new borrowing on firm cash flows.

Calculate capital spending and the impact on company financials.

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