Question 14.3: How to Calculate Operating Cash Flows Using the Indirect Met...
How to Calculate Operating Cash Flows Using the Indirect Method
Exhibit 14.2 (p. 795) showed the following information on current assets and liabilities for Lemmons Company:
Net Changes | ||||
20X1 | 20X2 | Debit | Credit | |
Current assets | ||||
Accounts receivable | $140,000 | $112,500 | $27,500 | |
Inventories | 50,000 | 600,000 | $10,000 | |
Current liabilities | ||||
Accounts payable | 120,000 | 95,000 | 25,000 |
The income statement for Lemmons Company follows:
Lemmons Company
Income Statement
For the Year Ended December 31, 20X2
Revenues $ 480,000
Gain on sale of equipment 20,000
Cost of goods sold (260,000)
Depreciation expense (50,000)
Interest expense (10,000)
Net income $ 180,000
Required:
Compute operating cash flows using the indirect method.
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