What Is the Change in Cash Balance for a Firm

question 72

Essay

What is the change in cash balance for a firm with the following: $10,000 cash flow from operations,$1,600 cash used for new investment,a reduction in the level of debt of $2,000,$1,000 in cash dividends,and $200 in depreciation expense?

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