The Garfield Ltd company uses the indirect method for preparing its statement of cash flows. It reported a net income of $100,000 for the year 2016.

During the year 2016, the working capital accounts were changed as follows:

Increase in accounts receivable: $22,000

Increase in accounts payable: $18,600

Increase in inventory: $14,800

Decrease in non-trade notes payable: $30,000

Increase in available for sale securities: $32,000

The depreciation expense was $34,000 for the year 2016.

Required:

Compute net cash provided (used) by operating activities using the indirect method.

(15 marks)