Question: Hi, please answer this by an explanation for each step. Question: Using the Indirect Method Review the comparative balance sheets of ABC Corporation shown below:

Hi, please answer this by an explanation for each step.

Question: Using the Indirect Method

Review the comparative balance sheets of ABC Corporation shown below:

ABC Corporation
Comparative Balance Sheets
At December 31,
20X2 20X1 Delta/Difference
Assets:
Cash 40,375 13,000 27,375
Accounts receivable 27,000 45,750 -18,750
Inventory 12,000 9,000 3,000
Investments: hold to maturity 0 3,000 -3,000
Land 15,000 16,250 -1,250
Buildings (net of depreciation) 11,875 23,750 -11,875
Equipment (net of depreciation) 38,000 15,500 22,500
Total Assets 144,250 126,250
Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity:
Accounts payable 15,750 19,250 -3,500
Salaries payable 8,000 10,000 -2,000
Short-term notes payable 50,000 51,000 -1,000
Common stock 50,000 40,000 10,000
Retained earnings 20,500 6,000
Total Liabilities and Equity 144,250 126,250

Additional Information for 20X2:

1. The company recorded net income of $14,500.

2. There were no gains or losses from the disposal of the fully depreciated building that originally cost $120,000.

3. Land costing $1,250 was sold for $2,000.

4. Depreciation on remaining buildings and equipment amounted to $11,875.

5. Investments were sold at cost.

6. ABC Corporation Board of Directors did not declare dividends in 20X2.

Using the balance sheet above answer the following questions using the indirect method.

a) How much is Cash Flows From (or Used by) Operating Activities?
b) How much is Cash Flows From (or Used by) Investing Activities?

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