Cash Flow from Operations Activities-Indirect Method

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Cash flow from operations activities-indirect method
An analysis of the 2010 financial statements of Portside Provisions reveals the following:
(a) Accounts payable to suppliers of merchandise decreased by $65,000 during 2010.
(b) Dividends of $135,000 were declared in November 2010, to be paid in January 2011.
(c) Dividends of $120,000, declared in November 2009, were paid in January 2010.
(d) Inventory levels increased by $91,000 during 2010.
(e) Depreciation expense for 2010 amounted to $53,000.
(f) Land, which had a cost of $350,000, was sold in 2010 for $400,000 cash, resulting in a gain of $50,000.
(g) Net income for 2010 was $745,000.
Using only the above information, follow the indirect method to compute Portside Provisions' net cash flows from operating activities for 2010.

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Definitions:

Lower of Cost

An accounting principle where the inventory is recorded at the lower of its historical cost or market value.

Net Realizable Value

The estimated selling price of goods minus the cost of their sale or disposal, reflecting the net cash expected to be generated.

Highly Inflationary Economy

An economic condition characterized by a cumulative inflation rate over three years approaching or exceeding 100%, significantly impacting financial reporting.

Cumulative Inflation

The total change in the price level of goods and services in an economy over a set period of time, typically resulting in a decrease in purchasing power of the currency.