Which of the Following Will Cause an Increase in Net

Multiple Choice

Which of the following will cause an increase in net working capital, other things held constant?

A) A cash dividend is declared and paid.
B) Merchandise is sold at a profit, but the sale is on credit.
C) Long-term bonds are retired with the proceeds of a preferred stock issue.
D) Missing inventory is written off against retained earnings.
E) Cash is used to buy marketable securities.