Determine how the following scenarios affect the firm's cash position. Identify whether the scenario describes a financing, investing, or operating activity (as defined on the Statement of Cash Flows). Now, indicate which of the scenarios above are expected to increase a company's cash flow.
1. Pay preferred stock dividends
2. Buy property for a future factory
3. Issue shares of common stock
4. Increase accrued liabilities
5. Sell some old equipment

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