Target Exam

CUET

Subject

-- Accountancy Part B

Chapter

Cash Flow Statement

Question:

Determine cash flow operating activities from the following information.

Particulars 31 March 2023 (₹) 31 March 2022 (₹)
Inventory 80,000 50,000
Trade payables 40,000 30,000
Goodwill 1,00,000 80,000
Share capital 15,00,000 10,00,000
Debentures 5,00,000 6,00,000

Profit during the year was ₹3,70,000.

Options:

₹3,50,000

₹3,90,000

₹3,30,000

₹2,30,000

Correct Answer:

₹3,50,000

Explanation:

The correct answer is option 1- ₹3,50,000.

Net Profit before Taxation and Extraordinary Items = 3,70,000
As there is not non cash expenses so the Operating Profit before working capital changes will be same 3,70,000
– Increase in Inventories (30,000)
+ Increase in Trade Payables 10,000
Net cash from Operating Activities = 3,70,000 - 30,000 + 10,000
                                                      = ₹3,50,000

  • Goodwill affects investing activity
  • Debentures and shares affects financing activity