Dawn C's input of Feb 3, 2022 at 4:26PM solved the problem for me. Unfortunately, the 2021 program has a bug in it that can be avoided if you pretend (as a work...
As others have already indicated, the program needs to be amended to force the Child TaxCredit question to be asked of ALL filers. This would solve the problem.
Bill, YES!!! That makes total sense to me and cogently addresses my entire line of questioning. I very much appreciate the time you took to formulate your reply...