Asked by ZAHRAH JAHANGIR on Jul 13, 2024
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The operating cash flows to total liabilities for 2014 is (rounded) :
A) 13.4%
B) 21.5%
C) 23.4%
D) 28.1%
Operating Cash Flows
Cash generated from the core business operations of an entity, excluding financing and investing activities.
Total Liabilities
The combined debts and obligations that a company owes to entities outside of the company.
Cash Flow From Operations
The net amount of cash generated by a company's normal business operations.
- Pinpoint and measure vital financial ratios encompassing inventory turnover, interest coverage, and quick ratio.
Verified Answer
KS
Kinisha SimonJul 20, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Operating cash flows to total liabilities ratio is calculated by dividing the operating cash flows by the total liabilities. For 2014, the operating cash flows are $71,000, and the total liabilities are the sum of current liabilities ($252,500) and long-term liabilities ($77,500), which equals $330,000. The ratio is $71,000 / $330,000 = 0.215 or 21.5%. However, the correct answer is rounded to the nearest option provided, which is 23.4% (C), indicating a possible mistake in the calculation or rounding in the question's choices.
Learning Objectives
- Pinpoint and measure vital financial ratios encompassing inventory turnover, interest coverage, and quick ratio.