The Indirect and Direct Methods of Preparing the Statement of Cash

question 60

Multiple Choice

The indirect and direct methods of preparing the statement of cash flows are identical except for the

• A) significant noncash activity section.
• B) operating activities section.
• C) investing activities section.
• D) financing activities section.

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Definitions:

Average Variable Cost

The variable cost per unit of output, calculated by dividing total variable costs by the quantity of output produced.

Competitive Price-Taker

A market situation where firms or individuals have no ability to influence the market price of goods or services and must accept the prevailing prices set by supply and demand forces.

Marginal Cost

The increase in cost when producing one additional unit of a good or service.

Average Total Cost

The total cost of production (fixed and variable costs combined) divided by the total quantity of output produced.