Cash receipts versus revenues. During the month of April, Riley Co. had cash receipts from customers of

Question:

Cash receipts versus revenues. During the month of April, Riley Co. had cash receipts from customers of $680,000. Expenses totaled $624,000, and accrual basis net income was $168,000. There were no gains or losses during the month.

Required:
a. Calculate the revenues for Riley Co. for April.
b. Explain why cash receipts from customers can be different from revenues.