On the Basis of the Following Data for Garrett Co

question 28

Short Answer

On the basis of the following data for Garrett Co. for Years 1 and 2 ended December 31, prepare a statement of cash flows using the indirect method of reporting cash flows from operating activities.  Assume that equipment costing $125,000 was purchased for cash and equipment costing $85,000 with accumulated depreciation of $65,000 was sold for $15,000; that the stock was issued for cash; and that the only entries in the retained earnings account were for net income of $56,000 and cash dividends declared of $18,000.

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