CAT Corp Has Other Operating Expenses of $ 60,000

question 49

Multiple Choice

CAT Corp. has other operating expenses of $ 60,000. There has been a decrease in prepaid expenses of $ 4,000 during the year, and accrued liabilities are $ 6,000 larger than in the prior period. What were CAT's cash payments for operating expenses?

• A) $ 62,000
• B) $ 58,000
• C) $ 50,000
• D) $ 70,000

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Definitions:

Depreciation

Depreciation is the systematic allocation of the depreciable amount of an asset over its useful life.

Original Cost

The initial purchase price or cost of acquiring an asset, before any depreciation or amortization.

Accounting Period

A specific period of time in which financial transactions are recorded and financial statements are prepared.

Prepaid Rent Expense

An account representing rent payments made in advance for future periods, which is gradually expensed over the benefit period.