Which of the following taxpayers may not use the standard mileage method of calculating transportation costs? a. A self-employed CPA who drives a computer-equipped minivan to visit clients. b. A real estate salesperson who drives a $70,000 Mercedes while showing houses. c. All of the above taxpayers may use the standard mileage method. d. A taxpayer who has a fleet of 10 business automobiles. e. An attorney who uses his Tesla for calling on clients.

The correct answer is (E)

Explanation:

A standard method of calculating transportation cost is used to maintain equality among organisations. This method is applied to all the workers and government employees, but it has some rules and regulations. If an employee for example attorney is using his vehicle for calling on clients is fine as long as the car average fuel consumption is standard. For example, if an attorney used his Tesla for calling on clients is not a standard way which is why transportation cost will not be calculated by the standard mileage method.