You don't need to check that StdDed selection...TTX will automatically select it.
Line 12 of the Form 1040...but I seem to recall the $$ amount on line 12 for a dependent rises to ~match line 11 until $12,950 is reached...then it locks.
But I'm not sure of the details on that. IF no schedule A is generated when you create a "File-Only" PDF copy of his tax return...then they are using Std Deduction.
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