Table of contents

1. Introduction to Accounting1h 21m
2. Transaction Analysis1h 13m
3. Accrual Accounting Concepts2h 38m
4. Merchandising Operations2h 30m
5. Inventory1h 55m
6. Internal Controls and Reporting Cash1h 16m
7. Receivables and Investments3h 8m
8. Long Lived Assets5h 1m
9. Current Liabilities2h 19m
10. Time Value of Money1h 23m
- Time Value of Money Equations
  35m
- Using Time Value of Money Tables
  47m
11. Long Term Liabilities2h 45m
12. Stockholders' Equity2h 15m
13. Statement of Cash Flows2h 24m
14. Financial Statement Analysis5h 25m
15. GAAP vs IFRS56m

13. Statement of Cash Flows

Introduction to the Statement of Cash Flows

Financial Accounting

13. Statement of Cash Flows

Introduction to the Statement of Cash Flows

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Multiple Choice

The statement of cash flows is a financial statement that shows ______.

the changes in shareholders' equity over a period

the inflows and outflows of cash during a specific period

the company's revenues and expenses for a period

the financial position of a company at a specific date

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Understand the purpose of the statement of cash flows: It is a financial statement that provides information about the inflows and outflows of cash during a specific period, helping stakeholders assess the company's liquidity and cash management.

Identify the key components of the statement of cash flows: These include operating activities, investing activities, and financing activities, which categorize cash transactions based on their nature.

Differentiate the statement of cash flows from other financial statements: Unlike the income statement (which shows revenues and expenses) or the balance sheet (which shows the financial position at a specific date), the statement of cash flows focuses solely on cash movements.

Recognize the importance of cash flow analysis: It helps in understanding how a company generates and uses cash, ensuring it has sufficient liquidity to meet obligations and invest in growth opportunities.

Apply this knowledge to interpret the statement of cash flows: Look for patterns in cash inflows and outflows to evaluate the company's financial health and operational efficiency over the specified period.