When Using the Direct Method, How Is the Purchase of Equipment

question 137

Multiple Choice

When using the direct method, how is the purchase of equipment for cash shown on the statement of cash flows?

• A) Operating activity
• B) Investing activity
• C) Financing activity
• D) Noncash investing and financing activity

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Definitions:

Trial Balance

An accounting report that lists all the balances of each ledger account at a point in time to ensure that debits equal credits as part of the double-entry bookkeeping system.

Adjustments

Modifications made to financial statements to correct errors, account for omitted transactions, or bring the statements in line with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Long-term Investments

Assets held for an extended period with the intention of achieving capital gains, dividends, or interest income.

Classified Balance Sheet

A balance sheet that organizes assets and liabilities into subcategories for clarity.