In a two-to three page paper(not including the title and references pages) explain the purpose of a cash flow statement and how it reflects the firm's financial status. Include important points that a

In a two-to three page paper(not including the title and references pages) explain the purpose of a cash flow statement and how it reflects the firm's financial status. Include important points that analyst would use in assessing the financial condition of the company. Also, analyze Ford Motor Company's cash flow from its 2012 Annual Report.

Your paper must be formatted according to APA Style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center, and is must include citations and references for the text and at least two scholarly sources from the Ashford University Library.