This is a discussion we are required to participate in my Managerial Accounting Class

Compare and contrast the direct and the indirect methods of preparing the operating section of the statement of cash flows 

The text highlighted above is part of a discussion thread that my professor wants me to write on. It should be noted that my professor is extremely harsh and does not allow using material without properly crediting where the material is used from. PLEASE see the notes below!

Must be a minimum of 150 words or more and meet the requirements shown below.

The last paper I got help with I was given a 0 because it was not properly paraphrased and I failed to use direct quotations or cite my sources in the text. He tests all of our papers for plagiarism.

We are working out of the Managerial Accounting Braun Tietz third edition.

1) The student’s response answers each component of the TDQ

2) The student’s response clearly reveals a knowledge and understanding of the assigned reading material(s). 
* If material is directly quoted or paraphrased it must be cited.

3) The student’s response reflects critical thinking, is detailed and thorough