In Calculating Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities Using the Indirect

question 111

Multiple Choice

In calculating net cash provided by operating activities using the indirect method, an increase in prepaid expenses during a period is

• A) deducted from profit.
• B) added to profit.
• C) ignored because it does not affect profit.
• D) ignored because it does not affect expenses.

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