A company had net income of $230,000. Depreciation expense is $26,000. During the year, Accounts Receivable and Inventory increased $15,000 and $40,000, respectively. Prepaid Expenses and Accounts Payable decreased by $2,000 and $4,000, respectively. There was also a loss on the sale of equipment of $3,000. How much cash was provided by operating activities?

a. $196,000

b. $202,000

c. $276,000

d. $288,000