The Direct Method for the Preparation of the Operating Activities

question 155

Multiple Choice

The direct method for the preparation of the operating activities section of the statement of cash flows:

• A)Separately lists each major item of operating cash receipts and cash payments.
• B)Reports adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided or used by operating activities in the statement.
• C)Reports a different amount of cash flows from operations than if the indirect method is used.
• D)Is required if the company is a merchandiser.
• E)Is required by the FASB.

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Definitions:

Present Value

The current worth of a future sum of money or stream of cash flows given a specified rate of return, reflecting time value of money.

Future Value

The value of an asset or cash at a specified date in the future that is equivalent in value to a specified sum today.

Discount Rate

The interest rate used to calculate the present value of future cash flows.

Present Values

The today's worth of a future cash amount or cash flow series, determined by a given rate of return.