(a)
Free cash flow describes the net cash provided from operating activities after making required adjustments for dividends and capital expenditures. In other words, it is the cash flow arrived after making payment for capital expenditures and dividend payments.
To determine: The free cash flow for each company.
(b)
Free cash flow:
Free cash flow describes the net cash provided from operating activities after making required adjustments for dividends and capital expenditures. In other words, it is the cash flow arrived after making payment for capital expenditures and dividend payments.
To determine: The conclusions concerning the management of cash for both the companies.
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