The difference between the direct and indirect cash flow methods
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The direct method shows actual cash receipts and payments, while the indirect method starts with net income and adjusts for non-cash items like depreciation. This lesson has provided a comprehensive explanation of the mechanics of preparing cash flow statements using both direct and indirect methods for CFI and CFF. Understanding these methods will help you analyze financial statements, make informed financial decisions, and evaluate a company’s financial performance and liquidity position. Companies with intangible and tangible assets amortized or depreciated over time benefit from the indirect method, which uses non-cash items when preparing the changes to the operating cash flow. If amortization and depreciation expense amounts are significant, the indirect method is more appropriate for evaluation purposes.
Basis of judgment
Having a good understanding of the format of the statement of cash flows is key to a successful attempt at these questions. The statement is false because the direct and indirect…
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