Pare Company reported a net loss of $30,000 for the year ended December 31, 2017.During the year, accounts receivable decreased $15,000, merchandise inventory increased $25,000, accounts payable increased by $30,000, and depreciation expense of $20,000 was recorded.During 2017, operating activities
A)used net cash of $10,000.
B)used net cash of $25,000.
C)provided net cash of $10,000.
D)provided net cash of $25,000.

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The net cash provided by operating activities is calculated by adjusting the net loss with changes in working capital and non-cash expenses. Starting with a net loss of $30,000, add back the depreciation expense of $20,000 (a non-cash expense), add the decrease in accounts receivable of $15,000 (a cash inflow), subtract the increase in inventory of $25,000 (a cash outflow), and add the increase in accounts payable of $30,000 (a cash inflow). The net result is a cash inflow of $10,000.

Pare Company Reported a Net Loss of $30,000 for the Year