1. A company reports a net loss for the year. Is it possible that cash could increase during the year? Explain your answer. 2. What effect does a decrease in income taxes payable for the period have...

1. A company reports a net loss for the year. Is it possible that cash could increase during the year? Explain your answer.

2. What effect does a decrease in income taxes payable for the period have on cash generated from operating activities? Does it matter whether the direct or the indirect method is used?