When preparing the operating activities section of the statement of cash flows using the indirect method, a decrease in accounts receivable is subtracted from income.

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When preparing the operating activities section of the statement of cash flows using the indirect method, a decrease in accounts receivable is added to net income because it indicates that cash collections from customers are higher than sales on income statement, thus increasing cash flow.

When Preparing the Operating Activities Section of the Statement of Cash