When Using the Direct Method for Reporting Operating Activities, Which

question 61

Multiple Choice

When using the direct method for reporting operating activities, which of the following would represent a cash-paid item?

• A) Depreciation expense, adjusted for changes in depreciation methods
• B) Patent amortization expense, adjusted for changes in estimates
• C) Interest expense, adjusted for changes in interest payable and amortization of bond premiums or discounts
• D) Loss on sale of plant assets
• E) Gain on sale of plant assets

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