Alexander Company Reported an Increase of $185,000 in Its Accounts

question 121

Multiple Choice

Alexander Company reported an increase of $185,000 in its accounts receivable during the year. The company's statement of cash flows reported $500,000 of cash receipts from customers. What amount of net sales must Alexander have recorded?

• A) $315,000.
• B) $685,000.
• C) $500,000.
• D) $185,000

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