Which of the Following Statements Most Likely Apply to the Earliest

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements most likely apply to the earliest cells?

• A) They were prokaryotic cells.
• B) It is likely that earliest cells did not have a nucleus but had membrane-bound organelles.
• C) The earliest cells may have used oxygen gas in order to thrive successfully.
• D) Energy from the sun may have been used by the earliest cells.
• E) All of these statements most likely apply.

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Indirect Method

A financial reporting approach used in cash flow statements where net income is adjusted for non-cash transactions, depreciation, and changes in working capital to determine cash flow from operating activities.

Direct Method

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Depreciation

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