Problem: (Preparation of a Statement of Cash Flows)
Presented below is a condensed version of the comparative balance sheets for Zubin Mehta Corporation for the last two years at December 31.
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2007
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2006
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Cash
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$177,000
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$ 78,000
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Accounts receivable
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180,000
|
185,000
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Investments
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52,000
|
74,000
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Equipment
|
298,000
|
240,000
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Less: Accumulated depreciation
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(106,000)
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(89,000)
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Current liabilities
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134,000
|
151,000
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Capital stock
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160,000
|
160,000
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Retained earnings
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307,000
|
177,000
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Additional information:
Investments were sold at a loss (not extraordinary) of $10,000; no equipment was sold; cash dividends paid were $30,000; and net income was $160,000.
Instructions:
1. Prepare a statement of cash flows for 2007 for Zubin Mehta Corporation.
2. Determine Zubin Mehta Corporation's free cash flow.