What does budgeting help manage in relation to cash flow?

• A. Cash flow by projecting inflows and outflows.
• B. Taxes by predicting exact tax liability.
• C. Inventory only.
• D. Customer satisfaction.

Answer: (A)

Budgeting in relation to cash flow is about forecasting how much cash will come in and how much will go out. By estimating receipts from sales and other inflows alongside payments to suppliers, employees, and operating expenses, budgeting reveals when cash shortages or surpluses will occur. This lets management plan financing needs, timing of expenditures, and work-capital decisions to keep the business solvent and capable of meeting obligations. While taxes, inventory, and customer satisfaction are important topics, budgeting for cash flow centers on the timing and amount of cash, not predicting exact tax liabilities or focusing solely on inventory or customer satisfaction.