Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Accountancy

Chapter

Cash Flow Statement

Question:
Which of the following is/ are not included in investing activity while preparing cash flow statement?
Options:
Cash flow from Interest Income
Cash Flow from Dividend Income
Depreciation of fixed assets
All of the above
Correct Answer:
Depreciation of fixed assets
Explanation:
"Depreciation of fixed assets" is not included in investing activities when preparing the cash flow statement. Depreciation is a non-cash expense that is accounted for in the operating activities section of the cash flow statement. In case of a non-financial enterprise, as per AS-3, it is considered more appropriate that payment of interest and dividends are classified as financing activities whereas receipt of interest and dividends are classified as investing activities.