How Does the Statement of Cash Flows Help External Users

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Essay

How does the statement of cash flows help external users assess the overall health of a company when used in conjunction with the other financial statements?

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Definitions:

Activities

Tasks, actions, or operations performed by individuals or groups, either physical or mental, to achieve a specific goal or purpose.

Transactions

The act of conducting business, trade, or an exchange between two or more parties, often involving financial operations.

Technology-Based Tool

Any software application or hardware device designed to facilitate tasks and processes through technological means, often improving efficiency or performance.

Information-Processing Needs

The requirements of individuals or organizations to collect, process, store, and retrieve information to support decision-making, coordination, control, and analysis.