Cash flow provided (used) by investing activities is considered the most important category on the statement of cash flows because it is considered the best measure of expected net income.

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Cash flow from operating activities is considered the most important because it provides the most direct measure of a company's ability to generate sufficient cash to continue its operations. Cash flow from investing activities, while important, mainly reflects the company's investment in long-term assets and does not directly indicate the company's operational profitability or cash generation capability.

Cash Flow Provided (Used) by Investing Activities Is Considered the Most