Most American Leaders Believed That the Only Way to Keep

question 43

Multiple Choice

Most American leaders believed that the only way to keep the new Pacific Coast territories from breaking away from United States control was to

• A) allow slavery in these areas.
• B) build a canal across Central America.
• C) grant the territories quick statehood.
• D) construct a transcontinental railroad.
• E) establish large naval bases in San Diego and Seattle.

Analyze the effects of dividends on cash flow.

Identify the effects of capital expenditures on cash flow.

Evaluate the financial health of a corporation through its cash flow activities.

Understand how to analyze and prepare the statement of cash flows.

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