The Indirect Method for the Preparation of the Operating Activities

question 52

Multiple Choice

The indirect 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.
• B)Separately lists each major item of operating cash payments.
• C)Reports net income and then adjusts it for items necessary to determine net cash provided or used by operating activities.
• D)Is required if the company is a merchandiser.
• E)Must not be used in all circumstances.

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Definitions:

Finished Goods Inventory

The inventory of finished goods available for sale but which remain unsold.

Work-In-Process Inventory

Inventory representing the cost of unfinished goods in the production process at a given point in time.

Direct Labor Hours

The total hours worked directly on the production of goods and services, often used in calculating labor costs.

Sales Salary Expense

The cost associated with compensating employees involved in the sales process, typically classified as a selling expense.