Baxter Company Reported a Net Loss of $13,000 for the Year

Multiple Choice

Baxter Company reported a net loss of $13,000 for the year ended December 31, 2010. During the year, accounts receivable decreased by $5,000, merchandise inventory increased by $8,000, accounts payable increased by $10,000, and depreciation expense of $4,000 was recorded. During 2010, operating activities

A) provided net cash of $8,000.
B) provided net cash of $2,000.
C) used net cash of $8,000.
D) used net cash of $2,000.