Which of the Following Factors Would Explain How a Company's

question 79

Multiple Choice

Which of the following factors would explain how a company's cash balance could have increased even though the company had a negative cash flow last year?

• A) The company sold a new issue of bonds.
• B) The company made a large investment in a new plant and equipment.
• C) The company paid a large dividend.
• D) The company had high depreciation expenses.
• E) The company repurchased 20% of its common stock.

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