Prepare a statement of cash flows using the indirect method


Problem: Statement of Cash Flows-Indirect Method

The comparative balance sheet of Mavenir Technologies Inc. for December 31, 2014 and 2013, is shown as follows:


Dec. 31, 2014

Dec. 31, 2013

Assets



Cash

$301,240

$282,800

Accounts receivable (net)

109,130

101,570

Inventories

308,040

300,730

Investments

0

116,510

Land

158,010

0

Equipment

339,890

265,870

Accumulated depreciation-equipment

(79,570)

(71,700)


Total

$1,136,740

$995,780




Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity



Accounts payable (merchandise creditors)

$205,750

$196,170

Accrued expenses payable (operating expenses)

20,460

25,890

Dividends payable

11,370

8,960

Common stock, $10 par

61,380

48,790

Paid-in capital in excess of par-common stock

230,760

135,430

Retained earnings

607,020

580,540

Total

$1,136,740

$995,780





The following additional information was taken from the records:

a. The investments were sold for $136,320 cash.

b. Equipment and land were acquired for cash.

c. There were no disposals of equipment during the year.

d. The common stock was issued for cash.

e. There was a $73,280 credit to Retained Earnings for net income.

f. There was a $46,800 debit to Retained Earnings for cash dividends declared.

Required: Prepare a statement of cash flows, using the indirect method of presenting cash flows from operating activities. Use the minus sign to indicate cash out flows, cash payments, decreases in cash and for any adjustments, if required.

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