Explain the Purpose and Format of the Statement of Cash

question 155

Essay

Explain the purpose and format of the statement of cash flows.Also,describe its use to decision makers.

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Definitions:

Marginal Tax Rate

The rate of tax that applies to the last dollar of the taxpayer's income, affecting additional income earned.

Salvage Value

The projected value at which an asset can be sold after its usage period has ended.

Net Investment

The total amount of money spent on acquiring or maintaining fixed assets after accounting for depreciation.

MACRS

Modified Accelerated Cost Recovery System, a method of depreciation applied in the U.S. to determine the tax-deductible value of assets over time.