Which of the Following Statements Is More Likely If Cash

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is more likely if cash and marketable securities increase by $5,000 during a period in which cash provided by operations increases by $1,000 and cash used by investments decreases by $500?

• A) Cash provided by financing increases by $3,500.
• B) Cash used by financing decreases by $1,000.
• C) Debt increases by more than cash dividends paid.
• D)Debt is reduced by more than cash dividends paid.

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