Target Exam

CUET

Subject

-- Accountancy Part B

Chapter

Cash Flow Statement

Question:

Which of the following statement is incorrect about cash flow statement?

Options:

It provides information about cash inflows and cash outflows

It provides information of flows of cash under three major categories

 It helps in preparing cash budget

None of the above

Correct Answer:

None of the above

Explanation:

The correct answer is option 4- None of the above.

All the above statement about cash flow are true. So, correct ans is none of the above.

It provides information about cash inflows and cash outflows: This is the primary purpose of a cash flow statement to track the movement of cash and cash equivalents into and out of a company.

It provides information of flows of cash under three major categories: The cash flow statement typically classifies cash flows into three main activities:

  • Operating activities: Cash flow from the normal day-to-day running of the business.
  • Investing activities: Cash flow related to the purchase and sale of long-term assets and investments.
  • Financing activities: Cash flow related to how the company is funded (e.g., debt, equity).

It helps in preparing cash budget: By providing a historical overview of cash inflows and outflows, the cash flow statement is a valuable tool for forecasting future cash flows and preparing a cash budget.