If the parent is the recipient, box 6 should be checked. If the student is the recipient, box 6 should not be checked. The wording is awkward and you are smart to look at what the program is doing. You want your forms going to the IRS to be correct regardless of the program. Answer whichever way makes the form correct.
I recommend you let the developers know. Once you file your return, as long as the settings to receive communication from Intuit don’t block it, you will see a pop-up message or receive an email with a survey asking you about your experience. We encourage you to leave your notes and comments there. “Voice of the Customer” notes and comments are read and acted upon.
If you are using TurboTax Desktop, you can also leave feedback at the Final Steps tab.
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