Helen Makes Quilts and Sells Them at the Regional County

question 12

True/False

Helen makes quilts and sells them at the regional county fairs. This year, she earned $950 from quilt sales and spent $3,300 on supplies and travel relating to her quilting activity. If the IRS determines that this activity is a hobby instead of a business, Helen can't deduct her $2,350 net loss.

Adjust reported net income for non-cash expenses and gains or losses on sales of assets.

Understand the direct method for reporting cash flows from operating activities.

Calculate the amount of cash received from customers.

Determine the cash payments for income tax, merchandise, and operating expenses.

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Passbook Savings Account

A type of savings account where transactions are recorded in a physical booklet, allowing depositors to track account activity manually.

Checking Accounts

Banking accounts that allow depositors to write checks and use electronic debit to access funds for transactions and withdrawals.

Traveler's Checks

A type of check especially designed for travelers to use as a form of payment, which offers the security against loss or theft by requiring signatures for cashing.

Coins

Pieces of metal that are officially minted and used as money in financial transactions.