Mansour Machines Had Cash flOw from Operations of $5,070, Cash

question 126

Multiple Choice

Mansour Machines had cash flow from operations of $5,070, cash flows from investments of $(1,244) , capital expenditures of $1,244, cash flows from financing of $(3,537) , including $1,500 of dividends paid, and net income of $2,314. Mansour's free cash flow is:

• A) $2,326
• B) $1,533
• C) $2,756
• D) $3,826

Evaluate the impact of taxation on project cash flows, including understanding the concept of the depreciation tax shield.

Assess the initial and operational cash flows associated with capital investments, including changes to net working capital.

Calculate and interpret key financial metrics (e.g., net present value [NPV], earnings before interest and taxes [EBIT], and operating cash flow) to make informed investment decisions.

Evaluate the impact of new projects on a company's existing operations, including sales erosion and contribution margin analysis.

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