The Bottom-Up Approach to Computing the Operating Cash Flow Applies

question 79

Multiple Choice

The bottom-up approach to computing the operating cash flow applies only when:

• A)both the depreciation expense and the interest expense are equal to zero.
• B)the interest expense is equal to zero.
• C)the project is a cost-cutting project.
• D)no fixed assets are required for the project.
• E)taxes are ignored and the interest expense is equal to zero.

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Definitions:

Bottleneck Operation

Process step that limits the overall output of an operation or system due to its lower capacity.

Avoidable Fixed Production Cost

Costs that can be eliminated if a particular product or segment is discontinued, without affecting other operations.

Split-off Point

The stage in a process manufacturing at which various products become separately identifiable and can be handled as distinct items.

Joint Process

A production process in which two or more products are generated simultaneously from the same raw materials or input.