If the taxpayer does not maintain adequate records of car expenses (i.e., gas, tires, car insurance, etc.), the standard mileage rate cannot be used.

Question

If the taxpayer does not maintain adequate records of car expenses (i.e., gas, tires, car insurance, etc.), the standard mileage rate cannot be used.
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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The standard mileage rate is designed to simplify deductions for business use of a car and can be used instead of calculating actual costs, even if the taxpayer does not maintain detailed records of car expenses.

If the Taxpayer Does Not Maintain Adequate Records of Car