On January 2, 2015, XYZ Company was established to produce and sell plastic products. The company produces a full line of plastic products included customized orders. The Chief Executive Officer of the company is working hard to enhance profitability and liquidity. Recently, you have been hired as the Financial Director of the company.

1. On March 8, 2020, the Chief Financial Officer stated to you that she wishes to reduce the company's investment in current assets since those assets provide little, if any, return to the firm. How would you respond to this statement?

2. On September 17, 2020, the Chief Financial Officer stated to you that as long as the company maintains a positive cash balance, why is it essential to review the firm's cash flows?

3. On January 5, 2021, the Chief Financial Officer wishes to expand the company's operations and are trying to determine the amount of debt financing the company should obtain versus the amount of equity financing that should be raised. The Chief Financial Officer have asked you to explain the effects that both of these forms of financing would have on the cash flows of the company. What is your response to this request?