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Basic Question 6 of 22

True or False? It is virtually impossible to manipulate cash flow.

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johntan1979 There's nothing in the books that can't be cooked!
ascruggs92 It is impossible to manipulate total net cash flow because people will notice the lack of reconciliation between the other statements. However, it is possible to manipulate cash flows by classifying cash flows to the incorrect section (Operating, Investing, Financing).
merc5559 And also to the incorrect time period
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Learning Outcome Statements

describe presentation choices, including non-GAAP measures, that could be used to influence an analyst's opinion

describe accounting methods (choices and estimates) that could be used to manage earnings, cash flow, and balance sheet items

describe accounting warning signs and methods for detecting manipulation of information in financial reports

CFA® 2024 Level I Curriculum, Volume 3, Module 10.