• In 2009, Apple had approximately 34,300 full-time equivalent employees and an additional 2,500 full-time
equivalent temporary employees and contractors.
• Annual sales in fiscal year 2009 were $36.5 billion.
• The company, incorporated January 3, 1977, as “Apple Computer, Inc.”
• In 2007, the company dropped “Computer” from its corporate name following the announcement of its new
iPhone smartphone and Apple TV digital video system
• The company surpassed $10 billion in quarterly revenue for the first time in January, 2009.
• The cash flow statement provides useful information about a business; however, an investor would want to
examine the other financial statements before making an investment.
2. Income statement, balance sheet, statement of retained earnings.
4. Purchasing land, purchasing a computer system.
6. Selling common stock, issuing bonds payable.
8. No, maturity date must be within three months from date acquired.
Discussion Questions
CHAPTER 24
THE STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
Chapter Opener: Thinking Critically
Students’ responses will vary. Companies track and report cash flows so that they can meet their operating
expenses and pay debts on time. Preparing a statement of cash flows helps managers forecast cash needs.
Understanding the sources of cash can help companies identify segments of the operation that are solvent and
those that are not.
Fast Facts
Managerial Implications: Thinking Critically