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Topic 1, Volume A
QUESTION NO: 1
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When presenting extinction as a possible treatment option to a client and his or her family, it is
MOST important for a behavior analyst to
A. assure them that extinction is supported in the literature as an effective procedure.
B. present it along with other interventions, including reinforcement based alternatives.
C. discuss the risks and benefits of using extinction and assure them that it is the best option.
D. explain his or her experience using extinction with similar cases.
Answer: B
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 2
A behavior analyst is asked to provide direct services requiring daily 1:1 interaction with a teen-
aged client. The client does not speak but can communicate fluently using sign language. The
behavior analyst knows some sign language but is not fluent. The BEST approach to this situation
would be to
A. explain his level of competence in sign language to the family before beginning service.
B. hire a sign language interpreter to attend the sessions.
C. attend a workshop in sign language prior to beginning service.
D. refer the family to a behavior analyst fluent in sign language.
Answer: D
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 3
Fara has identified two procedures that have an equal probability of being effective. In order to
select the better procedure, she should
A. choose the procedure that falls within the staff's level of competence.
B. determine which procedure is most clinically popular based on the rate of use by professionals.
C. select the procedure that best utilizes the existing funding stream.
D. use a random number table to rule out bias.
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Answer: A
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 4
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Which of the following would BEST contribute to a behavior analyst’s professional development?
A. attending a workshop that provides videotaped examples and practice activities for innovative
interventions
B. reading articles from a peer-reviewed applied behavior analysis journal that describe
techniques that are applicable to her client population
C. becoming a member of the Association for Behavior Analysis International, which is a rich
resource for behavior analysts
D. contributing an article to the newsletter of the local Association for Behavior Analysis chapter
Answer: B
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 5
Before recruitment of participants for a research study begins, a behavior analyst needs to:
A. obtain consent from participant(s) or legal guardian(s) if necessary.
B. obtain institutional review board approval or equivalent (e.g., an ethics committee).
C. inform participants of their ability to withdraw from the study.
D. inform participants about ethical requirements and experimental procedures.
Answer: B
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 6
Billy, a 20-year-old male, has the capacity to give consent for treatment. The behavior analyst has
developed a program and explained it to Billy. Procedures, benefits, rights, and other information
also were shown to him. The one element still needed for informed consent is approval from
A. Billy.

B. clinical review committee.
C. human rights committee.
D. Billy's parents.
Answer: A
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 7
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From an ethical standpoint, target behaviors and program goals should be selected
A. by service providers and staff members who are knowledgeable of the consumer's needs.
B. by the consumer or their representative in consultation with an interdisciplinary team.
C. so that they ultimately facilitate transition to independent living.
D. that most closely adhere to the standards of the community.
Answer: B
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 8
Fred does not follow some of the directives imposed by the direct care staff. A behavior analyst
has been asked to put a program in place that will get Fred to comply with all directives. The
behavior analyst should FIRST
A. differentiate between compliance rates across different directives.
B. request that staff provide a ratio of compliant behaviors to noncompliant ones.
C. determine a list of potential reinforcers for the behavior program.
D. consider the ethical implications of training Fred to comply with all directives.
Answer: D
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 9
A behavior analyst specializing in developmental disabilities is informed by a cousin at a family
gathering that their 2-year-old child has just received a diagnosis of autism and severe intellectual
disability. The cousin asks the behavior analyst for advice. Which statement BEST conforms to the
ethical and professional standards for behavior analysts?

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A. It would be unprofessional and unethical for the behavior analyst to advise a relative.
B. The behavior analyst can consult with their cousin, but only on an informal basis once the
cousin hires their own behavior analyst.
C. Early intensive behavioral intervention may suit the child and family. The behavior analyst
should suggest some people for the cousin to contact.
D. Tell the cousin that the child will benefit from behavioral intervention with the impact of the
intervention depending on the specific treatment that is implemented.
Answer: C
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 10
From an ethical standpoint, which source provides the MOST appropriate information for justifying
implementation of a program to change a person's behavior?
A. daily reports from the direct care staff who work with the person routinely
B. graphed data from the program staff who observe the person regularly
C. written recommendations from the medical staff who treat the person on a regular basis
D. written requests from the administrative staff who are ultimately responsible for the person's
care
Answer: B
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 11
A behavior analyst develops a program that decreases a baby's crying when her diaper is soiled.
This is an example of
A. development of a procedure to decrease maladaptive behaviors.
B. differential reinforcement of alternative responses.
C. extinction.
D. misuse of a practitioner's ability to control behavior.
Answer: D
Explanation:

QUESTION NO: 12
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A behavior analyst is asked to review a point system to be used in an elementary school.
According to the program, participation in extracurricular activities such as sports or choir is
contingent upon earning "good citizen" points. "Good citizen" behaviors are clearly defined. Ethical
standards should lead the behavior analyst to recommend which of the following with regard to
earning extracurricular activities?
A. Implement the contingency as designed.
B. Modify the contingency to include points earned for academic performance.
C. Obtain the consent of the students' parents.
D. Require points to be earned outside the classroom.
Answer: C
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 13
Mitch, a 17-year-old with intellectual disabilities, has made great progress on toileting and hand-
washing skills at school. Ethically, which procedure would be the MOST appropriate?
A. Every time Mitch uses the washroom, an aide stands at the door, records the task analysis
steps successfully completed, and posts the results on the bathroom door.
B. If all steps to toileting and hand-washing are completed successfully, the teacher gives Mitch a
smile and notes the frequency on a chart at her desk.
C. If Mitch makes errors on toileting and hand-washing tasks, a positive practice procedure is
implemented.
D. Upon successful completion of toileting and hand-washing, the teacher announces, "Good
toileting, Mitch," and marks the success on a wall chart.
Answer: B
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 14
A colleague who is friends with one of a behavior analyst's clients asks the behavior analyst during
a break at a local peer review meeting how the case is going. The behavior analyst should
A. ask the colleague if the client has given permission to discuss the case.
B. inform the colleague that he can't discuss this and change the subject.
C. discuss the case in hypothetical terms without using the client's name.

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D. provide a minimum amount of information so that the colleague can assist him.
Answer: B
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 15
The Smiths' daughter, who has autism, has been receiving ABA services for one-and-a-half years
from Andrew, a behavior analyst. Andrew's experience and training is in special education.
Recently, the Smiths' other child has been behaving differently and they suspect that he may be
clinically depressed. The Smiths would like their son to receive services from Andrew because
their family is familiar with him and he has provided effective interventions for their daughter. The
Smiths ask Andrew to confirm their suspicions about their son. What should Andrew do?
A. Remind the family that his area of expertise is special education and ABA.
B. Conduct a descriptive assessment and collect baseline data in order to develop an intervention.
C. Consult with colleagues who have expertise in treating mood disorders in order to design an
effective intervention.
D. Refer the family to a colleague who has expertise in diagnosing mood disorders.
Answer: D
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 16
From an ethical standpoint, evaluation of treatment outcomes should occur through
A. direct measurement of the individual's behavior.
B. discussion with the interdisciplinary team.
C. continuous evaluation of program integrity.
D. a system based on randomly monitoring program outcomes.
Answer: A
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 17
Scott, a behavior analyst, has been accepted into a doctoral program and will be leaving the in-
home treatment program where he has been working. Scott has informed the family about when

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he will be leaving. What is the MOST important action for Scott to take?
A. Make copies of his data and case files for his records.
B. Ask the family whether they would like to continue treatment.
C. Make arrangements for transfer of services to another qualified behavior analyst.
D. Assess caregiver's skills in order to determine competence to maintain program integrity.
Answer: C
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 18
After collecting baseline data and verifying the hypothesis, which of the following is the BEST
approach to use when selecting behavior change procedures?
A. Ask professionals in the individual's environment to list procedures to address the unique
circumstances involved.
B. Use a procedure that has previously been found to be socially valid based on staff evaluations.
C. Limit selection to behavior change procedures that are consistent with those documented in the
behavioral literature.
D. Review all journals containing procedures that may apply to the behavior targeted for change.
Answer: C
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 19
Which statement is an example of "philosophic doubt"?
A. Attention is the most powerful reinforcer for most clients so it will probably work with Freddie.
B. I have many reservations about using the principles of behavior in designing treatment
programs.
C. I really do not think that food functions as a reinforcer for Linda since she often misses meals.
D. Past research has shown that verbal behavior training is effective but this could change when
new research is conducted.
Answer: D
Explanation:

QUESTION NO: 20
Which is NOT true of determinism?
A. Science is based on determinism.
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B. Determinism is in contrast to empiricism.
C. All science is predicated on determinism.
D. The universe is orderly and follows universal laws.
Answer: B
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 21
What is the reinforcing consequence in "I itch, therefore I scratch?"
A. automatic positive reinforcement
B. automatic negative reinforcement
C. proprioceptive positive reinforcement
D. proprioceptive negative reinforcement
Answer: B
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 22
Which is NOT a characteristic of applied behavior analysis?
A. describing behavior in a way that can be objectively measured
B. precisely describing procedures and the rationales for using them
C. an emphasis on the current function of the behavior in question
D. reliably determining the variables that initially caused the behavior
Answer: D
Explanation:

QUESTION NO: 23
One of the properties of behavior is
A. size.
B. effectiveness.
C. repeatability.
D. universality.
Answer: C
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 24
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Sue consults with her supervisor to be certain her procedures are conceptually systematic.
Conceptually systematic procedures are
A. based on empirical evidence of their effectiveness.
B. derived from experimental analysis of similar behavior in the field.
C. identifiers of functional relations between a behavioral dimension and an environmental event.
D. linked to and described in terms of the basic principles of behavior.
Answer: D
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 25
Three boys with autism, ages 7–10 years old, served as participants in a study. During baseline,
staff used response blocking when five instances of aggression or head-banging occurred within
10 seconds, until attempts ceased for 1 minute. During baseline and treatment, each occurrence
of aggression and head-banging was recorded daily and converted to the number of responses
per hour. Treatment comprised a differential reinforcement of incompatible behavior (DRI)
schedule coupled with response blocking after every head-banging or aggression. The staff
initially applied the treatment to head-banging, while continuing to take a baseline on aggression.
After noting treatment effects on head-banging, the staff then applied the treatment to aggression.
What is the independent variable?
A. DRI schedule with instruction on the incompatible behavior

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B. DRI schedule and response blocking
C. rate of the incompatible behavior
D. number of head-bangs and aggressions per hour
Answer: B
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 26
When demands are placed on Raoul, he is often observed to hit his head, bite his hand, or slap
the therapist. These behaviors are reinforced by termination of the demands. Taken together,
these behaviors comprise
A. an establishing operation.
B. a functional response class.
C. respondent behaviors.
D. a topographical response class.
Answer: B
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 27
A stimulus is defined as
A. a change in behavior brought about by alterations of the physical environment.
B. a change in the environment that can affect behavior.
C. a change in the environment that elicits a response with or without prior conditioning.
D. any environmental event exclusive of private events.
Answer: B
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 28
Which situation is likely to be an example of negative reinforcement?
A. A child puts a coin into a machine and gets a gumball.

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B. An employee submits reports to a nagging boss and boss stops nagging.
C. An employee submits time sheet to payroll department and gets paid on Friday.
D. A student has a tantrum and the teacher gives a hug to calm them down.
Answer: B
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 29
Angela nurses her newborn infant when he cries. Rates of crying increase. The presentation of the
milk functions as a(n)
A. unconditioned reinforcer.
B. discriminative stimulus.
C. establishing operation.
D. conditioned reinforcer.
Answer: A
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 30
In the past, Parnelli consistently drove at high speeds on city streets. However, he was pulled over
and had to immediately pay a very expensive fine. Afterward, Parnelli very seldom drove at high
rates of speed. Which of the following might account for the effect of the lost money resulting from
paying the fine?
A. negative punishment
B. negative reinforcement
C. positive punishment
D. escape conditioning
Answer: A
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 31
Patrick is participating in a toilet training program. For the first several sessions his trainer, Moira,
prompted him to go to the toilet and she delivered edibles and praise each time he correctly

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voided. Eventually, Moira was able to fade prompts as Patrick began to go to the toilet and void
independently. Which of the following BEST describes this process?
A. establishing operation
B. negative reinforcement
C. shifting from respondent to operant behavior
D. transfer of stimulus control
Answer: D
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 32
Fiona cannot independently open her lunchbox. It is lunch time. The teacher closes the latch on
Fiona's lunchbox and places it in front of Fiona. The teacher has manipulated the
A. consequence.
B. establishing operation.
C. contingency.
D. prompt.
Answer: B
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 33
The dependency between a response and the stimuli that precede and follow it is referred to as a
A. behavior chain.
B. behavioral correlation.
C. contingency.
D. functional response class.
Answer: C
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 34

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A functional relationship is said to exist when two events
A. are similar in content.
B. consistently co-vary.
C. occur at the same rate.
D. occur simultaneously.
Answer: B
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 35
Larry engages in self-injurious behavior which is maintained by automatic reinforcement. This
behavior results in abrasions on both of his arms as a result of intense scratching. The behavior
analyst decides to have Larry only wear long sleeved shirts as an initial effort to reduce the
behavior. This is an example of which type of procedure?
A. extinction
B. deprivation
C. punishment
D. differential reinforcement
Answer: A
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 36
A person engages in target behaviors in environments different from the original training
environment. This is a demonstration of
A. stimulus generalization.
B. response generalization.
C. stimulus discrimination.
D. response induction.
Answer: A
Explanation:

QUESTION NO: 37
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Terry notices that his heart rate increases and he begins to sweat when he enters the dentist's
office because the office is associated with painful, unpleasant dental work. He also is reluctant to
make appointments and seems to want to do anything else but go to the dentist. His physical
symptoms are an example oF.
A. operant behavior.
B. respondent behavior.
C. escape conditioning.
D. aversive conditioning.
Answer: B
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 38
The defining feature of operant conditioning, as contrasted with respondent conditioning, is that
the probability of behavior in operant conditioning is changed because of
A. changes in consequences.
B. conditioning history.
C. environmental changes.
D. stimulus pairing.
Answer: A
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 39
Echoic behavior is controlled by a
A. non-verbal stimulus, the response matches that stimulus, and reinforcer is specific.
B. verbal stimulus, the response matches that stimulus, and reinforcer is non-specific.
C. verbal stimulus, the response matches that stimulus, and reinforcer is specific.
D. verbal stimulus, the response does not match that stimulus, and reinforcer is non-specific.
Answer: B
Explanation:

QUESTION NO: 40
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A behavior analyst is conducting a communication training session with a child. The behavior
analyst says to the child, "Say your name." The child says, "Sarah." and the behavior analyst
delivers a reinforcer. What type of verbal operant was the behavior analyst's statement?
A. echoic
B. mand
C. prompt
D. tact
Answer: B
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 41
Tact behavior is controlled by a ________ stimulus. The reinforcer for tact behavior is _____.
A. non-verbal; non-specific
B. non-verbal; specific
C. verbal; non-specific
D. verbal; specific
Answer: A
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 42
Mr. Myers asks Susan what her favorite food is. Susan answers, "Spaghetti." This is an example
of a (n):
A. autoclitic.
B. intraverbal.
C. mand.
D. tact.
Answer: B
Explanation:

QUESTION NO: 43
Contingency-shaped behavior is:
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A. based on phylogeny, whereas rule-governed behavior is based on ontogeny.
B. established as a function of relations among unconditioned stimuli, a response class, and
reinforcement.
C. more resistant to extinction than rule-governed behavior.
D. established as the result of a person's experience.
Answer: D
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 44
When Katie was learning how to stir-fry vegetables, her hand brushed the side of the very hot pan
and she now refuses to make stir-fried vegetables. Her refusal is a result oF.
A. negative punishment.
B. negative reinforcement.
C. conditioned punishment.
D. unconditioned punishment.
Answer: D
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 45
A descriptive assessment generally includes all of the following EXCEPT:
A. development of hypotheses.
B. gathering of historical information as well as current sources.
C. graphic representation of data.
D. manipulation of variables.
Answer: D
Explanation:

QUESTION NO: 46
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Narrative recording is used to compilE.
A. data on various tasks the person can perform, such as putting on a shirt or tying shoe laces, to
further identify skills training goals.
B. demographic data such as age, marital status, sex, and educational experience and to identify
appropriate interventions.
C. information, which can be used to set inclusion goals, concerning proximity and social contacts
with non-disabled peers in segregated settings.
D. a running account of the behaviors and environmental circumstances to identify further
behaviors and related variables worthy of analysis.
Answer: D
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 47
Reviewing written documentation of a student's life and behavior is one method used for collecting
information when conducting A.
A. descriptive assessment.
B. functional analysis.
C. narrative recording.
D. reinforcer assessment.
Answer: A
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 48
The most appropriate tool for performing a behavior pattern analysis is a (n):
A. ABC form.
B. daily schedule.
C. narrative recording.
D. scatterplot.

Answer: D
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 49
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Narrative recording indicates the following:
Sequence #1:
As Dad goes to change Rita's diaper, Mike screams. Dad puts Rita down, moves towards Mike,
and tells him "be quiet."
Sequence #2:
Mom is sitting next to Mike when the phone rings. She gets up, answers the phone, and starts
talking to a friend. Mike starts screaming. Mom tells the friend good-bye and hangs up the phone.
She then goes to Mike and tells him to stop screaming.
Which is the MOST plausible hypothesis? Mom and Dad's behavior is most likely
A. being negatively reinforced by escape.
B. being positively reinforced by attention.
C. elicited by separation anxiety.
D. evoked by feelings of jealousy.
Answer: A
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 50
Alonzo tries to run out of his classroom without permission and forcefully resists attempts to stop
him. Behavioral assessment information leads to two hypotheses regarding Alonzo's behavior.
The behavior analyst decides to conduct systematic manipulations to determine functional
relationships. The MOST important reason to do this is to
A. convince Alonzo that running out of the classroom without permission can be dangerous.
B. determine why Alonzo tried to run out of the classroom.
C. increase the likelihood of selecting effective interventions.
D. determine whether or not the door to classroom should be locked.
Answer: C

Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 51
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A study was undertaken to determine the effectiveness of time-out for physical aggression. The
time-out procedure would be considered the:
A. baseline measure.
B. dependent variable.
C. independent variable.
D. response measure.
Answer: C
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 52
When conducting an analogue functional analysis, the condition commonly used as a control is
the:
A. home condition.
B. play condition.
C. social attention condition.
D. demand condition.
Answer: B
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 53
Which method is the BEST to use when presenting categorical data from a functional analysis?
A. a bar graph
B. anecdotal report
C. scatter plot
D. standard celeration chart
Answer: A

Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 54
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What is the next step in the assessment process if data from the functional analysis do NOT
support the original hypothesis?
A. Base the intervention on the original hypothesis and re-assess after a time lapse.
B. Design a package intervention to address all possible functions of the behavior.
C. Continue to conduct the functional assessment until the data coincides with the original
hypothesis.
D. Alter the hypothesis regarding the maintaining variable of the behavior based on the results of
the functional assessment.
Answer: D
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 55
When developing a task analysis, a behavior analyst would first:
A. assess the mastery level of the individual.
B. conduct a functional assessment of the target skills.
C. determine the necessary component steps.
D. observe the individual to collect baseline data.
Answer: C
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 56
In general, when a behavior analyst is asked to help someone make friends, the behavior analyst
shoulD.
A. avoid interfering in interpersonal relationships.
B. refer the person to a counselor, social worker, or other professional.
C. evaluate the current social repertoire.

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D. set up a social skills training program.
Answer: C
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 57
Holly is learning to use a spoon to feed herself. Applesauce is known to function as a reinforcer.
Her teacher has selected the following objective for Holly: "Given a spoon and a 3-ounce dish of
applesauce, Holly will independently scoop the applesauce to her mouth." This objective is
incomplete. Which component is missing?
A. antecedent stimulus
B. consequence condition
C. prerequisite skill criteria
D. standard of performance
Answer: D
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 58
Speed, magnitude, durability and generality of effect are some of the MOST important
A. dimensions of behavior that lend themselves to quantification more readily than others.
B. variables that are overlooked by other social sciences in solving problems.
C. variables to consider when selecting reinforcers and punishers.
D. components of treatment packages used in treating the most severe behavior problems.
Answer: C
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 59
Jim's teacher has taught him to say, "Hello, how are you?" and when he does this, she delivers
praise. Now Jim says this whenever he meets anyone, and some people say,
"Fine, how are you?" What is the natural consequence for Jim's behavior?

A. increased number of friends
B. continuous reinforcement
C. improved social repertoire for Jim
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D. the responses of the people he meets
Answer: D
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 60
When shopping with her dad, Sally knocks items off the shelf, especially canned goods. The cans
make a loud noise when they hit the floor. Her dad decides to teach her an alternative behavior.
What alternative behavior is the BEST choice to teach?
A. Sally pushes the shopping cart with both hands.
B. Sally drops items into the cart when her dad gives them to her.
C. Sally keeps her hands in her pockets while in the store.
D. Sally holds dad's hand while shopping and gets to let go when quiet.
Answer: B
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 61
When setting criteria for behavior change, behavior analysts attempt to implement the simplest
mode of intervention necessary to elicit the desired outcome. As such, the identified outcome
criteria should be
A. applied to ecological assessments to generalize skills.
B. developed prior to the identified intervention.
C. initially broad in focus with subsequent reduction to a target response.
D. measured independent of practice effects or reactivity.
Answer: B
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 62

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Jamie and Morgan have similar behavior challenges and similar daily schedules. A behavior
analyst has spent extensive time and effort on developing and implementing Morgan's plan, which
is proving to be very successful. How should the behavior analyst proceed with developing a
treatment plan for Jamie?
A. Because the behaviors are topographically similar, implementing the plan designed for Morgan
would be appropriate as it is the least restrictive option.
B. Complete a separate functional assessment and plan for Jamie.
C. Use the same plan for both, just ensure the ecological variables correspond to the student.
D. Do a separate functional analysis, but the same behavior supports can be applied to both
students.
Answer: B
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 63
The use of a withdrawal design is LEAST appropriate when:
A. evaluating an intervention for severe problem behavior.
B. evaluating the effects of an intervention for behavior that has multiple functions.
C. extraneous variables cannot be controlled.
D. multiple participants are being evaluated.
Answer: A
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 64
When using an alternating treatments design it is important to randomly:
A. assign participants to treatment conditions.
B. select participants from the population of interest.
C. order treatment conditions presented during each phase.
D. change each criterion level.
Answer: C
Explanation:

QUESTION NO: 65
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When using a changing criterion design, the BEST demonstration of experimental control would
be produced if the:
A. criterion level is changed in equal increments.
B. criterion level is changed slightly on each manipulation.
C. criterion level is set well above that of the behavior.
D. behavior changes concurrently with the criterion level.
Answer: D
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 66
The PRIMARY advantage of using a multiple baseline design across subjects is that:
A. an intervention may be applied to more than one individual.
B. experimental control can be demonstrated without a reversal.
C. it is the most effective method for establishing functional relations.
D. more individuals benefit from the effects of an intervention.
Answer: B
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 67
Jamie frequently falls to the floor and screams at school. Preliminary behavioral assessment data
indicate that his tantrums are maintained by attention and escape from demand situations. Jamie's
behavior analyst wants to examine precisely how attention and escape conditions affect these
behaviors. The behavior analyst does not want to conduct the analysis in Jamie's classroom
because she would not be able to control for potentially important factors. Relating to this
scenario, which statement is TRUE?
A. Analyses that involve experimental conditions are almost always conducted in the person's
natural environment.
B. The behavior analyst could conduct the analysis in a vacant classroom, but the generality of the
findings is an issue to be considered.
C. The behavior analyst should conduct detailed interviews with the teacher and school staff to
determine functional relations.
D. Only if the analysis is conducted in Jamie's classroom can a reasonable hypothesis be

generated.
Answer: B
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 68
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Carlos participated in a toothbrushing skill acquisition program. When he started the program, he
needed physical assistance to perform each step. After two weeks, he met all objectives and was
able to complete each step independently. The program involved the use of graduated guidance,
praise, and token reinforcement. In the future, the behavior analyst would like to examine which
procedures made the program most effective (i.e., guidance, praise, or token reinforcement). To
determine this, the behavior analyst could use a
A. component analysis.
B. discriminant analysis.
C. nonparametric analysis.
D. parametric analysis.
Answer: A
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 69
The behavior analyst has had good results with an intervention she designed that makes access
to video games contingent upon playing with other children. She now wants to compare the effects
of differing amounts of video game access time. She should conduct a
A. changing criterion study.
B. nonparametric study.
C. parametric study.
D. reversal study.
Answer: C
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 70
Which of the following measures would be the MOST appropriate for reporting head banging

during each 5-minute interval of work?
A. duration of head banging
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B. latency from a request to the first response
C. rate of head banging
D. inter-response time
Answer: C
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 71
A person "getting wet" in the rain is NOT considered an occurrence of behavior because "getting
wet"
A. does not specify an interaction between an organism and its environment.
B. can occur under only one, very specific environmental condition.
C. is a hypothetical construct and cannot therefore meet the criteria for an occurrence of behavior.
D. does not have social or clinical significance in a science of human behavior.
Answer: A
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 72
The BEST definition for mouthing behavior would be any instance of LukE.
A. placing his mouth on any object for at least 5 seconds.
B. placing his open mouth on a non-nutritive object or placing a non-nutritive object in his mouth.
C. making contact with his mouth to any non-nutritive object.
D. mouthing a non-nutritive item for 3 or more consecutive instances within a 30 second interval.
Answer: B
Explanation:
QUESTION NO: 73
Susan recorded data on a student's fidgeting behavior in the following way: She divided a 10-

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