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Question # 1

Reinforcing closer and closer approximations to the final desired behavior involves: 

A. chaining. 
B. differential reinforcement. 
C. precision teaching. 
D. response fading. 

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Question # 2

To facilitate errorless learning, begin witH. 

A. backward chaining. 
B. fading stimulus prompts. 
C. forward chaining. 
D. response prompts.

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Question # 3

To change the occurrence of hitting others, two procedures were compareD. differential reinforcement of incompatible behavior and time-out. The outcomes were examined within and across subjects. A withdrawal design was employed. An independent variable in this study was: 

A. aggression. 
B. frequency across phase changes. 
C. return to baseline. 
D. time-out from reinforcement. 

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Question # 4

The "hero procedure" refers to a contingency in which an individual, or small group, earns a reward for a class. This procedure is an example of what type of group contingency?

 A. dependent 
B. independent 
C. interdependent 
D. semi-dependent 

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Question # 5

Which is the BEST example of stimulus generalization? 

A. Bonnie learned to choose and wear coordinated outfits but after one month she would only select red outfits. 
B. Jim was taught to say "hello" and continues to say "hello" to his trainer. 
C. Ricky became more productive in math and simultaneously his reading improved. 
D. Tim learned to ask for help from his teacher and now can ask a fellow student for help. 

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Question # 6

A behavior analyst responsible for the evaluation of a behavior change program has been unable to get others to collect data on the targeted behaviors. The others involved, including other service providers, are relying on personal anecdotes and questionnaires to evaluate the effectiveness of the program. The primary consumer reports satisfaction with the results so far. To evaluate the program, the behavior analyst should: 

A. check the reliability from the questionnaire's information. 
B. conduct formal interviews to supplement the available information. 
C. obtain data on the targeted behaviors.
 D. use available information only. 

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Question # 7

Considering the potential impact of behavioral contrast, what is a likely outcome when there is an effective program targeting compliance at school when no formal program is implemented at home? Compliance at home would be predicted to: 

A. be more variable.
 B. decrease. 
C. increase. 
D. stay the same. 

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Question # 8

A reliable measure is one that is: 

A. socially valid as indicated by caregiver reports. 
B. effective as evidenced by peer-reviewed journal articles. 
C. trusted to be practical and to produce accurate data.
 D. consistent across observers and measurement occasions. 

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Question # 9

In order to promote generalization in intensive teaching, the behavior analyst shoulD. 

A. teach loosely. 
B. use the same SD. 
C. use few exemplars. 
D. teach in the same environment. 

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Question # 10

A behavior analyst is working with an adult client, who is deemed competent. There are multiple potential behavior targets that need to be addressed including smoking cigarettes, nail biting, and compulsive hand washing. As a first goal, the behavior analyst wants the client to focus on eliminating smoking but the client would prefer to focus on nail biting. The behavior analyst shoulD.

A. develop a self-management plan for eliminating nail biting as this is the preference of the client. 
B. develop a self-management plan for eliminating smoking as this behavior poses a serious health risk for the client. 
C. convince the client to change their first goal to elimination of smoking. 
D. refer the client to another behavior analyst as there is a discrepancy in goal setting priorities. 

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Question # 11

Which of the following is most likely an example of reinforcing consequences? 

A. A company gives an annual bonus to its employees. Employees are happy. 
B. Law enforcement officer gives a ticket to a speeder. Driver stops speeding. 
C. Child loses a sticker each time they talk out in class. Rates of talking out decrease. 
D. Student is sent to detention for fighting. Student is found in detention every week. 

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Question # 12

Imitation training can be made MOST beneficial for clients when it includes a range oF. 

A. models. 
B. prompts. 
C. reinforcers. 
D. settings. 

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Question # 13

Steve is a behavior analyst working with staff members who are not implementing programs on a consistent basis. Staff report that the heavy workload interferes with their ability to run the programs consistently. What should Steve do FIRST to address this problem?

A. Go to the direct supervisor and request that an incentive system be implemented for all staff. 
B. Begin to assess the staff's daily routine in order to identify any time conflicts that might exist. 
C. Revise the daily work schedules and routines, with the assistance of the supervisor, so that potential time conflicts can be avoided. 
D. Implement additional training for staff that are not able to perform to criterion. 

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Question # 14

In a token economy, what type of reinforcers are the tokens themselves? 

A. conditional reinforcers 
B. generalized conditioned reinforcers 
C. generalized unconditioned reinforcers 
D. unconditional reinforcers 

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Question # 15

To increase the likelihood of beginning a difficult task: 

A. arrange a reinforcer for its completion.
 B. do several easy tasks first. 
C. arrange for periodic reminders. 
D. establish a deadline for completion. 

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Question # 16

Joe describes himself as being addicted to video games. He is told that if he does not complete his chores, he will lose access to his computer. On Monday, he refuses to complete his chores and he loses access to his computer for 2 days. From Tuesday on, Joe's refusals cease. The change in Joe's behavior is MOST likely to be the result oF.

A. an aversive procedure. 
B. negative punishment.
 C. compliance training. 
D. contingency contracting. 

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Question # 17

During three 30-minute observations, Linda gouged her eye 8, 17, and 12 times, respectively. Each incident lasted between 1 and 3 seconds, with an average duration of 1.3 seconds. Which is the BEST dimension to continue to measure? 

A. duration 
B. inter-response time 
C. latency 
D. rate 

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Question # 18

To teach Beth to wash her hands, staff trained Beth in all the steps identified in the task analysis in each session. They also introduced prompts in successive levels if Beth did not respond after a two-second waiting period. Which behavior chaining procedure was used in this program? 

A. backward 
B. forward 
C. global 
D. total task 

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