81

The issuance of common stock for cash is classified under:

A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
Solution:

Issuing stock generates cash inflows under Financing Activities, as it affects the company’s capital structure.

82

The purchase of a new building for cash will be reported under:

A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
Solution:

Buying or selling fixed assets (like a building) is recorded under Investing Activities.

83

Under the indirect method, net income is adjusted for:

A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
Solution:

In the Indirect Method, net income is adjusted for non-cash expenses (like depreciation) and changes in working capital.

84

Depreciation expense is added back to net income in the Cash Flow Statement because:

A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
Solution:

Depreciation is a non-cash expense, so it is added back to net income in the Indirect Method.

85

If a company reports a net income of $50,000 and depreciation expense of $5,000, what is the cash flow from operations (irrespective of other adjustments)?

A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
Solution:

Since depreciation is non-cash, it is added back to net income:
$50,000 + $5,000 = $55,000

86

An increase in accounts receivable will:

A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
Solution:

An increase in accounts receivable means the company has made more credit sales, reducing available cash.

87

A positive cash flow from operating activities indicates:

A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
Solution:

A positive cash flow from operations shows that a company is generating sufficient cash from its core business.

88

The closing cash balance reported in the Cash Flow Statement should match the:

A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
Solution:

The closing cash balance in the Cash Flow Statement should equal the cash balance reported in the Balance Sheet.

89

A Bank Reconciliation Statement is prepared to:

A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
Solution:

A Bank Reconciliation Statement is prepared to reconcile the cash book balance with the bank statement balance, ensuring both are aligned.

90

What would cause a difference between the cash book and the bank statement?

A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
Solution:

All of the above