
Statement of
Direct method: The direct method uses the cash basis of accounting for the preparation of the statement of cash flows. It takes into account those revenues and expenses for which cash is either received or paid.
Cash flows from operating activities: Cash flows from operating activity represent the net cash flows from the general operation of the business by comparing the cash receipt and cash payments.
Cash Receipts: It encompasses all the cash receipts from sale of goods and on account receivable.
Cash Payments: It encompasses all the cash payments that are made to suppliers of goods and all expenses that are paid.
The below table shows the way of calculation of cash flows from operating activities:
Cash flows from operating activities (Direct method) |
Add: Cash receipts. |
Cash receipt from customer |
Less: Cash payments: |
To supplier |
For operating expenses |
Income tax expenses |
Net cash provided from or used by operating activities |
To Determine: The amount of cash received from customers.

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EBK ACCOUNTING, CHAPTERS 1-13
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