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Question 1:

What type of functional assessment is being conducted when an RBT collects ABC data each time a client hits a peer or staff with an open palm?

A. Indirect assessment B. Functional analysis C. Direct assessment D. Preference assessment

Question 2:

Who sets the final mastery criteria for each program?

A. Parent B. Teacher C. Supervisor/BCBA D. Client

Question 3:

In a token economy, what are the items or activities that the learner can exchange their tokens for called?

A. Primary Reinforcers B. Extra Reinforcers C. Tokens D. Backup Reinforcer

Question 4:

Essential components of a written skill acquisition plan include all of the following except:

A. Review data on average once every 2 months B. Modify the plan if necessary C. Identify a measurement procedure for data collection D. Identify a skill to teach and create a goal

Question 5:

James, an RBT, is about to start a session with his client. To ensure a successful session, what should he do at a minimum?

A. Before starting, he should conduct a functional behavioral assessment and a full preference assessment. B. He can just wing it and see how it goes session to session. C. He should know what he is measuring during the session and have the materials required to measure those responses before the session starts. D. A cup of coffee is all he needs.

Question 6:

A client's mother asks to see the session notes. What should you do?

A. Refer the request to your supervisor B. Say they're private C. Give her directly D. Share only your opinion

Question 7:

What is the primary purpose of collecting data on client behavior?

A. To have records for legal purposes B. To guide clinical decision-making C. To provide information to insurance companies D. To satisfy administrative requirements

Question 8:

Who authorizes changes when there is suspected child abuse?

A. Parent B. RBT C. BCBA/supervisor and mandatory reporting protocol D. Teacher

Question 9:

Stimulus changes that occur right after a behavior are referred to as:

A. Consequences B. Extinction C. Antecedents D. Reinforcements

Question 10:

A "motivating operation" in ABA refers to:

A. Any behavior that leads to reinforcement B. Something that changes the value of a reinforcer or punishment C. A system for tracking behavior data D. A punishment designed to reduce behavior

Question 11:

Which of the following is NOT a function of behavior?

A. Attention B. Escape C. Sensory stimulation D. Spontaneity

Question 12:

Aron is allowed to stay at home by himself during summer vacation while his mom is at work. When his mom leaves in the morning, she gives Aron a list of items that she needs him to complete. What would be the best way for Aron's mom to measure whether or not Aron completed the entire list?

A. Direct assessment B. Permanent product recording C. Event recording D. None of the above

Question 13:

Your client engages in elopement (running away) from their seat in the classroom. Your supervising BCBA instructs you to provide reinforcement to your client for sitting in their seat. Which type of differential reinforcement are you implementing?

A. Differential reinforcement of alternative behaviors (DRA) B. Differential reinforcement of other behaviors (DRO) C. Differential reinforcement of incompatible behaviors (DRI) D. None of the above

Question 14:

Which of the following is an example of an indirect assessment method?

A. ABC data collection B. Timing how long a behavior lasts C. Recording how often a behavior occurs D. Conducting interviews with parents

Question 15:

Noah used to cry at the store to get his parents to buy candy. Recently, his parents have stopped giving him candy when he cries. Over the past few weeks, Noah has cried more intensely, but his parents continue to ignore the behavior. What is this increase in crying called?

A. Reinforcement B. Spontaneous recovery C. Negative reinforcement D. Extinction burst

Question 16:

Olivia's client often runs away from the table when it's time for work. Instead of allowing him to escape, Olivia blocks his attempts and redirects him back to his seat while reinforcing him to stay seated. What behavior reduction strategy is being used?

A. Extinction B. Response Blocking C. Overcorrection D. DRI

Question 17:

What should you do if a client engages in a new behavior not documented in the treatment plan?

A. Add it to the plan yourself B. Ignore the behavior C. Punish the behavior D. Immediately report it to the supervising BCBA

Question 18:

Which of the following best describes the role of the RBT?

A. To assess clients and design treatment plans B. To implement treatment plans created by the BCBA C. To supervise other RBTs D. To train parents on how to implement ABA strategies

Question 19:

A differential reinforcement procedure where all behaviors EXCEPT one specific behavior are reinforced is referred to as ___?

A. DRL B. DRO C. DRA D. DRH

Question 20:

Which of the following is not a function of behavior?

A. Escape B. Control C. Automatic D. Attention

Question 21:

An extinction burst refers to:

A. Sudden skill mastery B. Decrease in behavior when extinction begins C. Temporary increase in behavior when extinction starts D. Generalization

Question 22:

A parent requests session data. You should:

A. Share only the raw data B. Refer to your supervisor/BCBA C. Post it on social media D. Decline and don’t explain

Question 23:

The most objective session note records:

A. “Good day” B. “4 instances of hitting, 0 crying” C. “Client happy” D. “Much improvement”

Question 24:

When should you collect baseline data?

A. After intervention B. Before teaching new skill C. Only if BCBA is present D. Never

Question 25:

What is the primary focus during an FBA interview?

A. Listing reinforcers B. Gathering information about function C. Diagnosing disorder D. Teaching new behaviors

Question 26:

What is the primary focus of ABA therapy?

A. Only decreasing problem behaviors B. Teaching new skills C. Collecting data on all behaviors D. Using punishment

Question 27:

What is the most common graph used in applied behavior analysis?

A. Pie chart B. Line graph C. Bar graph D. Scatter plot

Question 28:

Which is a defining feature of momentary time sampling?

A. Record at beginning of interval B. Record at end of interval C. Record if behavior occurs at any time D. Count every behavior

Question 29:

As part of a token economy, Emily receives a token every time she brushes her teeth before bed. Which principle of behavior is this an example of?

A. Negative Reinforcement B. Positive Reinforcement C. Punishment D. None of the Above

Question 30:

Last week, Jordan received a break after earning five tokens during DTT. This week, Jordan must earn 6 tokens before earning a break. What does this represent?

A. Schedule thickening B. Schedule thinning C. Fading reinforcement D. Both B and C

Question 31:

DRA stands for:

A. Differential Reinforcement of All B. Differential Reinforcement of Alternative Behavior C. Discrete Response Analysis D. Discrete Random Access

Question 32:

What is the best course of action if a family offers you money as a thank you?

A. Accept B. Politely decline and explain boundaries C. Accept and give receipt D. Ask supervisor for permission

Question 33:

Mike is a 12-year-old boy who lives at home with his dad. Mike often interrupts his dad's work calls at inappropriate times. It was determined that the function of this behavior was attention from Mike's dad. Your BCBA instructs you to give Mike attention every 3 minutes continuously while Mike's dad is on a work call. What type of intervention does this most likely represent?

A. Non-contingent Reinforcement (NCR) B. Differential Reinforcement of Other Behavior (DRO) C. Punishment D. FR3

Question 34:

Sarah is working as an RBT and has several responsibilities during her sessions with clients. Which of the following is NOT one of her roles as an RBT?

A. Design reinforcement systems B. Implement behavior plans C. Assist with parent training D. Conduct indirect assessments

Question 35:

How should an RBT respond if a client’s sibling asks about progress?

A. Answer all questions B. Share general strategies only C. Redirect to the supervisor D. Ignore them

Question 36:

What is the main difference between Discrete Trial Training (DTT) and Incidental Teaching?

A. There is no difference between the two methods B. Incidental teaching does not use reinforcement C. Incidental teaching happens naturally in everyday situations D. DTT is a more effective teaching method than incidental teaching

Question 37:

Your BCBA asks you to record how many times your client hits others. Which method would you use to record this behavior?

A. Momentary time sampling B. Partial interval recording C. Duration D. Count

Question 38:

Which of the following is an example of positive reinforcement?

A. Taking away a toy to stop whining B. Giving candy after correct response C. Giving a break after aggression D. Ignoring tantrums

Question 39:

Which of the following best describes "modeling" in behavior analysis?

A. Reinforcing the learner for independent behavior B. Punishing incorrect responses C. Demonstrating the desired behavior for the learner to imitate D. Ignoring all behaviors until improvement is seen

Question 40:

What does an antecedent intervention involve?

A. A strategy for preventing target behaviors. B. A technique to address behavior after it occurs. C. A way to operationally define target behaviors. D. A strategy for responding to target behaviors.

Question 41:

You are asked to graph the frequency of a client's aggressive behaviors. Which axis of the line graph should you put the frequency of the behavior on?

A. The x-axis B. The y-axis C. The z-axis D. None of the above

Question 42:

Which of the following is an example of a dual relationship?

A. Your client's mom is your best friend B. You are friends with one of your coworkers C. You work with a client who goes to the same school as your child D. You have the same supervising BCBA as another RBT at your company

Question 43:

Which are examples of Extinction, Differential Reinforcement of Other Behaviors (DRO), and Response Blocking?

A. Antecedent interventions B. Punishment procedures C. Consequence interventions D. Reinforcement procedures

Question 44:

What type of chaining procedure involves prompting each step until the learner independently completes the final step?

A. Backward B. Forward C. Total task D. Cross-sectional

Question 45:

An RBT charts aggressive incidents but isn't sure how to label minor incidents. What should they do?

A. Leave them out B. Ask the BCBA C. Use their own labels D. Ask another RBT

Question 46:

Which graph summarizes data based on time intervals?

A. Bar graph B. Pie chart C. Line graph D. Scatterplot

Question 47:

When Raul asks his Math teacher for permission to use the restroom, he usually gets it. When Raul asks his classmate for permission, he usually does not get it. The teacher will likely become a (n) ___ and the classmate will become a(n) ___.

A. Discriminative Stimulus; Stimulus Delta B. Stimulus Delta; Discriminative Stimulus C. Punisher; Reinforcer D. Discriminative Stimulus for Punishment; Punisher

Question 48:

When creating the BIP, a BCBA Task Analyzed the skill of Raising the Right Hand. The instructions were clear; the therapist would model the entire skill and expect the client to raise his hand. Which Channing procedure is the RBT implementing in this case?

A. Forward Chaining B. Backward Chaining C. Total Task D. Least to Most Prompting

Question 49:

What type of data collection involves recording whether a behavior occurs at the end of an interval?

A. Partial interval recording B. Whole interval recording C. Momentary time sampling D. Frequency recording

Question 50:

During a session with Ethan, you will consider his preferences for reinforcement activities. Whose preferences should take priority?

A. The therapist's preferences B. The client's preferences C. The parent's preferences D. The supervisor's preferences

Question 51:

Which is an essential ethical responsibility?

A. Share data on public forums B. Protect client dignity C. Use subjective notes D. Ignore parent's opinions

Question 52:

Emma, an RBT, gathers materials for data collection and program implementation. She spends 15 minutes reviewing the updated behavior intervention plan and programming before her session. Emma has 2 questions and reaches out to her supervising BCBA for clarification. These are all necessary components of:

A. Preparing for the session as required by the skill acquisition plan B. Behavior Modification C. Facilitated communication D. Maintenance Procedures

Question 53:

During a session, a client was presented with multiple Math exercises. The client was reinforced with a chocolate chip cookie every 5 minutes regardless of the behavior he engaged in. This is an example of ___

A. Fixed Interval 5 min. B. Variable Interval 5 min C. Non-Contingent Reinforcement D. Consequence Manipulation

Question 54:

A BCBA Task Analyzed the skill of Brushing Teeth. The instructions were clear; the first step would be to teach the client to dry his hands and put the towel away. Which Channing procedure is the RBT implementing in this case?

A. Forward Channing B. Backward Chaining C. Total Task D. Backward Chaining with Leaps Ahead

Question 55:

When providing session notes, RBTs should:

A. Use measurable, objective terms B. Include feelings and opinions C. Use only abbreviations D. Joke in documentation

Question 56:

An RBT should seek clarification from the supervisor if:

A. Unsure about charting method B. Session is on time C. Client is happy D. Parent is present

Question 57:

Liam loses a bet and jumps into his friend’s pool in below-freezing temperatures. The moment he hits the freezing water, he feels the intense cold and quickly runs to take a hot shower. Liam never jumps into freezing water again. The freezing cold water is an example of a:

A. Unconditioned reinforcer B. Conditioned punisher C. Conditioned reinforcer D. Unconditioned punisher

Question 58:

When implementing extinction, an RBT should be prepared for:

A. An immediate decrease in the target behavior B. A gradual increase in positive behavior C. An extinction burst D. Immediate client satisfaction

Question 59:

A client's sibling asks what you do during sessions. What should you say?

A. Give full details B. Share goals and data C. Ask the sibling to observe D. Say "I'm sorry, I can't share that information."

Question 60:

What is the role of a behavior technician when conducting a session?

A. To create new programs and interventions B. To conduct formal assessments C. To modify the treatment plan as needed D. To follow the behavior plan as directed by the supervising BCBA

Question 61:

All of the following are acceptable in a professional relationship between an RBT and a supervising BCBA EXCEPT:

A. The RBT implements the treatment plan as directed no matter what B. The RBT contributes ideas and input about the shared client C. The BCBA provides feedback to the RBT about the RBT's performance in the field D. The BCBA can request that the RBT assist in parent training and functional behavior assessments

Question 62:

A parent insists on implementing a strategy that contradicts the BCBA's written plan. The RBT should:

A. Follow the parent's instructions B. Email the BACB immediately C. Inform the BCBA and follow supervision D. Make their own judgment

Question 63:

Your client invites you to join them on a golf trip to Augusta National. How should you respond based on ethical guidelines for RBTs?

A. Yes, how could you pass that opportunity up? B. Yes, as long as you clear it with your supervisor. C. No, this violates dual relationships and is unethical. D. No, you aren't allowed to miss work.

Question 64:

Which of the following means to stop reinforcing a behavior that was previously reinforced?

A. Extinction burst B. Spontaneous recovery C. Extinction D. Differential reinforcement

Question 65:

Which of the following is not part of the preparation process before collecting data?

A. Gather clickers B. Review paper data sheets and grab pen C. Record the data from yesterday session D. Locate and reset timers

Question 66:

Which of the following can be used to teach new skills and has the advantage of delivering feedback and reinforcement quickly and easily?

A. Shaping B. DTT C. Prompting D. Chaining

Question 67:

To ensure our data collection is reliable and valid, what are the key indicators of good (believable) data?

A. Accuracy, consistency, and completeness. B. Subjectivity, variability, and complexity C. Volume, speed, and ease of collection D. Simplicity, brevity, and randomness

Question 68:

Which of the following is an example of discrete trial training (DTT)?

A. A teacher rewards a student for using complete sentences in conversation throughout the day. B. A therapist asks a child, "What is this?" while pointing to an apple, reinforces a correct response, and repeats the trial multiple times. C. A child learns to wash their hands by following a visual schedule. D. A parent waits for a child to request a toy before giving it to them.

Question 69:

This term is used to describe what occurs immediately before "the behavior"?

A. Antecedent B. Attention C. Consequence D. Response

Question 70:

Olivia yells at loud volumes to get her mother's attention. Her mother reinforces close approximations to low speaking volumes and tapping her to get her attention, while ignoring the loud volume screams. What is this process called?

A. Extinction B. Differential reinforcement C. Stimulus fading D. Chaining

Question 71:

Jhon is counting how many times their client pinches themselves. What type of measurement is Jhon using?

A. Latency B. Rate C. Frequency D. Duration

Question 72:

In ABA, a motivating operation does what?

A. Changes value of a consequence B. Is a type of punishment C. Has no effect D. Prevents generalization

Question 73:

Your BCBA instructs you to take data on how many times your client engages in verbal refusal in 30-minute intervals. What type of data collection is used?

A. Frequency B. Rate C. Count D. Partial Interval Recording

Question 74:

What is the RBT’s main role in skill acquisition?

A. Write goals B. Design programs C. Implement programs as written D. Approve all changes

Question 75:

Why is it important for an RBT to use objective language in notes?

A. Easier to write B. Meet legal, clinical, and ethical guidelines C. All notes must be positive D. Speed data review