Investing Lesson 3

Quiz: How to Analyze a Balance Sheet

Explanation of $100 Question

The three important financial statements were explained in the first page of Lesson 3.  Here's an excerpt:

"For every business, there are three important financial statements you must look at; the Balance Sheet, the Income Statement, and the Cash Flow Statement.  The balance sheet tells investors how much money the company has, how much it owes, and what is left for the stockholders.  The cash flow statement is like a business' checking account; it shows you where the money is spent.  The income statement is a record of the company's profitability.  It tells you how much money a corporation made (or lost)."

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