Find the newest Cash Flow Statement of Microsoft and Apple, then analyze or compare the answer of following questions:

(a) What was the carrying value of land, buildings, and equipment at the end of the year?

(b) Does the companies use a conservative or liberal method to depreciate its property, plant, and equipment?

(c) What was the actual interest expense and preference dividends paid by each companies in the end of the year?

(d) What is the companys free cash flow? From the information provided, comment on the companys financial flexibility.