The Top-Down Approach to Computing the Operating Cash Flow

question 42

Multiple Choice

The top-down approach to computing the operating cash flow:

• A) ignores all noncash items.
• B) applies only if a project produces sales.
• C) can only be used if the entire cash flows of a firm are included.
• D) is equal to sales - costs - taxes + depreciation.
• E) includes the interest expense related to a project.

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Definitions:

Date of Record

The specific date on which a company determines its shareholders' eligibility to receive dividends or share distributions.

Resolution to Pay

A formal decision made by a company's board of directors to distribute funds, often as dividends, to shareholders.

Dividend Payment

A payout of part of a firm's profits, determined by its board of directors, and given to its stockholders.

Ex-Dividend Date

Date two business days before the date of record, establishing those individuals entitled to a dividend.