LO$\mathrm{.}4,5$ A question on a state income tax return asks the taxpayer if any out$-$of$-$state

internet or mail$-$order catalog purchases were made during the year. The question

requires a yes or no answer, and if the taxpayer answers yes, the total dollar amount

of these purchases is to be provided.

a$.$ Does this inquiry have any relevance to the state income tax? If not, why is it

being asked?

b$.$ Your client, Hannah, wants to leave the question unanswered. As the preparer

of her return, how do you respond?