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ATC 14-1 (Pg. 686)
(Follow the cash) In a narrative format, answer the questions posed in the case for ATC 14-1 on page 690.
What is meant by "presentation of financial statement information in common-size amounts rather than dollar amounts?" Why is this type of presentation sometimes more meaningful than use of actual dollar amounts?
Why is trend just as important if not more important than information that pertains to only one year?
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a. As this chapter explained, many companies that report net losses on their earnings statements report positive cash flows from operating activities. How do Tesla's net incomes compare to its cash flows from operating activities?
b. Based only on the information in the statements of cash flows, does Tesla appear to be growing the capacity of its business? Explain.
c. In 2013 Tesla paid off $452.3 million on Department of Energy (DOE) loans and $8.4 million of capital leases and other debt. Where did it get the funds to repay this debt?
d. All things considered, based on the information in its statements of cash flows, does Tesla's cash position appear to be improving or deteriorating?
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