Last year, Monroe Products had $25,000 net cash provided by its operating activities. Its investing activities used $30,000, and its financing activities provided $10,000. Its cash balance at the beginning of the year was $15,000. By how much did Monroe's cash balance increase?

A) $10,000
B) $0
C) $5,000
D) None of the above

Investing Activities

Transactions involving the purchase and sale of long-term assets and other investments, not related to the entity's daily business operations.

Financing Activities

Transactions and events that affect long-term liabilities and equity of a company, reflected in the cash flows from financing section of the cash flow statement.

Operating Activities

Activities that are directly related to the day-to-day operations of a company, including sales and expenses.