Asked by Jeremy Meyer on Jun 19, 2024

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A change in the dividends payable account is reported

A) in operating activities.
B) in investing activities.
C) in financing activities.
D) as a non-cash activity.

Dividends Payable

A liability recorded on the company's balance sheet for dividends that have been declared by the board of directors but have not yet been paid to shareholders.

Operating Activities

Transactions and events that relate to the primary operations of the company, such as sales and services.

  • Identify the distinctions among operating, investing, and financing activities in the cash flow statement context.
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jeevan chowdaryJun 26, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
A change in the dividends payable account is reported in financing activities because it relates to transactions with shareholders and involves the distribution of earnings.