An extract from a statement of cash flows prepared by a trainee accountant is shown below.
| $ | |
| Profit before taxation | 738 |
| Depreciation charges | 735 |
| Profit on sales of plant | 420 |
| Increase in inventories | (91) |
| Decrease in receivables | (44) |
| Increase in payables | 77 |
| Cash generated from operations | 1,835 |
What is the figure in the statement of cash flow in respect of net cash flow from operating activities?
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| $ | |
| Net profit before taxation | 738 |
| Adjustment for depreciation | 735 |
| Operating profit before working capital changes | 1,473 |
| Decrease in inventories | 91 |
| Increase in receivables | (44) |
| Increase in payables | 77 |
| Cash generated from operations | 1,597 |