The item called "cash provided by operations" in the cash flow statement sounds a lot like firm free cash flow. Although these two quantities are related, they are not the same. Discuss the three sources of difference between them. What is "other" or "nonoperating income, " and how should it be incorporated into the valuation of a firm? Financial statement analysis can be used to identify weaknesses in a firm's operations. Give some examples of the types of problems that can be identified and how the financial analyst might uncover them. The guiding principles underlying the accrual basis of accounting drive a wedge between a firm's reported income and its cash flow. What are some of the reasons for the differences in net income and cash flow