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Question 1:

Olivia, an RBT, is asked by her client's family to babysit over the weekend while they go out of town. How should Olivia respond to the family's request?

A. Agree to babysitting since you are familiar with the family. B. Decline politely and explain it is against professional ethics. C. Inform them that you are busy this weekend but are free next weekend. D. Accept the request but only for a short period

Question 2:

A teacher observes a student every 5 minutes to see if they are on-task. What type of recording is this?

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

Question 3:

Antecedent interventions focus on:

A. Reinforcing only B. Modifying environmental triggers C. Reacting to behavior D. Changing data sheets

Question 4:

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 5:

Your BCBA instructs you to use a continuous schedule of reinforcement for a new goal. What does this mean?

A. Reinforce the behavior intermittently B. You reinforce every occurrence of the behavior C. Reinforce the behavior after a fixed number of responses D. Reinforce the behavior at the end of each session

Question 6:

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of a supervisor?

A. To provide feedback to their supervisees B. To oversee the services provided by their supervisees C. To be friends with their supervisees D. To ensure that their supervisees are providing high-quality services

Question 7:

Jhon makes noises with his mouth while sitting in math class. When the teacher tells him to stop, he continues. Now, the teacher ignores him, and Jhon's noises get louder and more frequent. What describes this behavior change?

A. Resistance to Extinction B. Extinction C. Extinction failure D. Extinction burst

Question 8:

Sarah has spent the last month recording frequency data on how often her client, Alex, insults his siblings. The data is broken down by the number of insults per session across ten sessions. If Sarah's BCBA asked her to graph this data, where should she record the frequency of insults?

A. On the X-axis B. On the Y-axis C. Condition change line D. Graph legend

Question 9:

Which of the following is NOT a function of behavior?

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

Question 10:

Which best supports “least-to-most” prompting?

A. Start with gestural, then model, then partial, then full physical B. Always provide physical prompt first C. Provide reinforcement before prompting D. Fade prompts randomly

Question 11:

Which of the following scenarios constitutes the need for a crisis intervention to be included in your learner's behavior reduction plan?

A. Your learner engages in echolalia. B. Your learner engages in attempted elopements from the home. C. Your learner engages in occurrences of repetitive, high-pitched screams. D. All of the above would require a crisis intervention

Question 12:

Which is an appropriate protected data storage method?

A. Locked file drawer B. Teacher’s desk C. Parent’s home D. Backpack on bus

Question 13:

Which of the following is considered an antecedent technique in behavior analysis?

A. DRA B. Punishment C. Task Analysis D. Prompting

Question 14:

What is interresponse time (IRT)?

A. The time it takes for a behavior to occur after a stimulus B. The time between consecutive instances of a behavior C. The total duration of a behavior D. The number of times a behavior occurs per hour

Question 15:

A client starts brushing their teeth 5 seconds after you tell them to. What type of measurement is this?

A. Frequency B. Duration C. Interresponse time D. Latency

Question 16:

When documenting a session, what should be your primary focus?

A. Comparing the client’s progress to other cases B. Making predictions about the client’s future behavior C. Accurately recording what happened during the session D. Sharing personal opinions about the client

Question 17:

You're asked to measure how long a tantrum lasts. Which measurement is best?

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

Question 18:

Your supervisor asks you to calculate how many aggressive incidents happen per hour. You count 6 in 2 hours. What is the rate?

A. 12 per hour B. 4 per hour C. 3 per hour D. 1 per hour

Question 19:

Which of the following is the best example of maintaining client dignity?

A. Sharing a client's private information with other RBTs B. Explaining to the waitress that your client has autism during a CBI C. Sharing a client's information only with a peer D. Not restricting the client's right to food or water

Question 20:

During a session, a child starts screaming when denied access to a toy. What should the RBT do first?

A. Give the toy to stop the screaming B. Ignore the behavior and continue C. Document and report to the supervisor D. Implement the behavior intervention plan

Question 21:

If a family offers a holiday gift, how should an RBT respond?

A. Accept and thank B. Ask for a receipt C. Politely decline to maintain boundaries D. Accept only if below $25

Question 22:

Which of the following is a proactive strategy for behavior reduction?

A. Ignoring the behavior B. Using response cost C. Teaching alternative communication skills D. Implementing overcorrection

Question 23:

A child is learning to identify the letter "A." At first, the letter is in large, bold red font, but over time, the font size and color gradually fade to a standard black letter. What is this an example of?

A. Response prompting B. Most-to-least prompting C. Stimulus fading D. Task analysis

Question 24:

Liam's client enjoys collecting pens and has a bucket filled with different colors. During a session, Liam works with his client to sort the pens into different containers by color, using this activity to help the client identify and name the colors.

A. Naturalistic teaching B. Discrete trial teaching C. Discrimination training D. Stimulus transfer control procedures

Question 25:

You observe that your client’s tantrums occur most often before lunch. This is an example of:

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

Question 26:

Who can legally supervise an RBT?

A. Parent B. BCBA C. RBT D. School principal

Question 27:

How can a value-altering effect of a motivating operation be best described?

A. A stimulus that decreases the likelihood of a behavior occurring in the future. B. A momentary increase or decrease in the frequency of a behavior that has a learning history of producing some stimulus as a consequence in the past. C. A momentary increase or decrease in the effectiveness of a stimulus as a punisher or reinforcer. D. A stimulus that increases the likelihood of a behavior occurring in the future.

Question 28:

___ are all involved in Operant Conditioning as Consequences

A. Unconditioned Stimulus, Conditioned Stimulus, Neutral Stimulus B. Conditioned Stimulus, Unconditioned Stimulus, Neutral Stimulus C. Positive Reinforcement, Negative Reinforcement, Positive Punishment, Negative Punishment D. Respondent Behaviors

Question 29:

An RBT is implementing a token economy. What is the most appropriate action when a client meets criteria for earning a token?

A. Wait until the end of the session to award all earned tokens B. Give the token and praise immediately C. Only give tokens for perfect performance D. Ask the client if they want the token now or later

Question 30:

Which of the following is a role of the RBT in the service delivery system?

A. Implementing behavior intervention plans B. Designing behavior intervention plans C. Assessing behavior D. All of the above

Question 31:

A classroom teacher is told to take 20 minutes of data on Brian's behavior once per day. The teacher should set a timer for 1 minute, 20 times, and record a response if the behavior happens the full minute. What type of data collection is this?

A. Partial interval B. Whole interval C. Momentary time sampling D. Planned Activity Check

Question 32:

The BCBA instructs you to measure the time between the end of one response and the beginning of the same response. What continuous measurement procedure is being implemented?

A. Whole Interval B. IRT C. Latency D. Duration

Question 33:

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 34:

When writing a session note, you should do all of the following except:

A. Use objective language B. Use subjective language C. Write in measurable terms D. Write professionally

Question 35:

What is the function of “probe” data?

A. Establish new goals B. Baseline measurement for untrained skills C. End program D. Show parent progress only

Question 36:

Milana wants to measure the amount of time that passes between occurrences of her client asking for a break. What type of data should she collect?

A. Duration B. Response Latency C. Inter-response Time (IRT) D. Rate

Question 37:

During a Naturalistic Observation, a client was presented with an array of stimuli. The client was free to interact with them. As the client interacted with the potential reinforcers, the therapist was collecting the time and number of interactions. The therapist used ___.

A. Single Stimulus B. Multiple Stimulus with Replacement C. Free Operant D. Multiple Stimulus without Replacement

Question 38:

As part of a token economy, John receives a token every time he brushes his teeth before going to bed. This is an example of:

A. Punishment B. Extinction C. Negative reinforcement D. None of the above

Question 39:

The first thing you do when preparing for data collection is:

A. Define the target behavior B. Graph last week’s data C. Review attendance D. Eat lunch

Question 40:

You post a picture of you and your client on social media. Which of the following client's rights are you violating?

A. Confidentiality B. Right to effective treatment C. Right to choose their own services D. Right to refuse treatment

Question 41:

Which best describes response maintenance?

A. Old skill disappears B. Maintained skill continues after fading reinforcement C. Skill used only with RBT D. Skill taught but not demonstrated

Question 42:

Which of the following is true about a free operant preference assessment?

A. You present your learner with one item at a time and record their response to it. B. You observe your learner in a natural setting and record what they choose to play with. C. You present your learner with two items and allow them to choose one, then record which one they chose. D. None of these describe a free operant preference assessment.

Question 43:

Your BCBA provides your client's caregiver with a questionnaire to fill out about the child's behavior to get more information about what they're seeing outside of therapy sessions. This type of tool falls under which category of assessments?

A. Indirect assessment B. Skill assessment C. Descriptive assessment D. Preference assessment

Question 44:

Lily's RBT is working on increasing her independence. The RBT conducts an assessment where Lily is asked to complete various daily tasks, such as brushing her teeth and tying her shoes. What type of assessment is being conducted?

A. Functional Behavior Assessment B. Preference Assessment C. Functional Skills Assessment D. Functional Analysis

Question 45:

Which behavior would violate the RBT's code of ethics?

A. Accepting a personal loan from a client's family B. Attend client's family party C. Both A and B D. None of the above

Question 46:

Which of the following is not a function of behavior?

A. Attention B. Escape C. Anger D. Tangible

Question 47:

If you reinforce a tantrum by mistake, what should you do?

A. Ignore it B. Tell the BCBA C. Punish the next instance D. Tell the parent only

Question 48:

What is an extinction burst?

A. A permanent increase in the problem behavior B. A temporary increase in problem behavior when extinction is first implemented C. A sudden decrease in all behaviors D. A type of reinforcement

Question 49:

Which behavior reduction strategy involves reinforcing an alternative, appropriate behavior?

A. Differential reinforcement of other behavior (DRO) B. Differential reinforcement of incompatible behavior (DRI) C. Differential reinforcement of alternative behavior (DRA) D. Response cost

Question 50:

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 51:

What is a skill acquisition plan used for? Select the best possible response.

A. Guiding RBTs through the session's activities, from session set-up to end-of-session notes. B. Targeting the reduction of maladaptive behaviors. C. Outlining the procedures for targeting skill development goals. D. All of the above.

Question 52:

As an RBT, you suspect that your client is experiencing abuse at home. What is the appropriate course of action?

A. Follow the reporting procedures outlined by your organization B. Immediately contact the appropriate authorities C. Discuss your concerns with your supervising BCBA D. All of the above

Question 53:

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 54:

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 55:

A reinforcement schedule with reinforcement after every behavior is:

A. Fixed interval B. Continuous C. Variable ratio D. VR-3

Question 56:

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

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

Question 57:

Elijah's mom starts a timer whenever he engages in a tantrum. When the tantrum ends, she stops the timer and writes down the total number of minutes. What type of data is she collecting?

A. Duration B. Latency C. Inter-response time D. Trials to criterion

Question 58:

During a session, a client repeatedly throws toys when asked to transition to another activity. Which strategy should the RBT use to prevent this behavior?

A. Use positive reinforcement for appropriate transitions B. End the session immediately C. Remove all toys from the room D. Implement overcorrection every time the behavior occurs

Question 59:

Emma, an RBT, is collecting ABC data each time her client, Noah, hits a peer or staff member with an open palm. What type of functional assessment is Emma using in this scenario?

A. Direct measurement B. Functional analysis C. Preference assessment D. Informant method

Question 60:

Which type of reinforcement involves adding something undesirable to decrease behavior?

A. Positive reinforcement B. Negative reinforcement C. Positive punishment D. Negative punishment

Question 61:

What is the function of reinforcement in operant conditioning?

A. To decrease a behavior B. To provide a consequence for inappropriate behavior C. To maintain or increase a behavior D. To punish unwanted behavior

Question 62:

Stuart is using Discrimination Training to teach Joshua to discriminate against the color green. Every time Joshua uses his index finger to touch the green card, Stuart marks that trial as successful. During the last session, Joshua touched the green card 6 times but contacted the red card the other 4 instead. Calculate the percentage of correct color green discrimination during this session.

A. 40% B. 60% C. 25% D. 64%

Question 63:

If you forget to collect frequency data, you should:

A. Estimate based on memory B. Mark data as not collected and inform supervisor C. Ignore D. Ask the parent

Question 64:

Julie is a BCBA using a token economy system and a schedule for transitions. She systematically withdraws and reintroduces interventions to determine which combination is most effective. What procedure is Julie using?

A. Component analysis B. Parametric analysis C. Withdrawal design D. Functional analysis

Question 65:

Which of the following choices best represents discrimination training?

A. You provide your client with Dr. Pepper only when they answer five questions in a row without protest. B. When your client screams, you ignore the behavior, and focus your attention on something else. C. Your client wants to go on a diet. You work with them on identifying and ordering healthy and unhealthy foods at a restaurant. D. During your client's break, you will leave out water and snacks in an attempt to evoke spontaneous communication from your client.

Question 66:

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 67:

Mark, an RBT, has been working with a client's family for over a year. The client's father owns a car repair shop and offers Mark a discount on car services in appreciation for his hard work. How should Mark handle this situation?

A. Accept the discount since it has nothing to do with his job. B. Accept but only if he keeps it private. C. Accept and offer to provide extra therapy hours as a trade. D. Decline and explain that it could blur professional boundaries.

Question 68:

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 69:

Noah struggles with sucking on his fingers. During a session, he is reinforced when he keeps his hand in his pocket. Which of the following is this an example of?

A. Differential reinforcement of incompatible behaviors B. Differential reinforcement of other behaviors C. Spontaneous recovery D. Extinction burst.

Question 70:

Collecting data as soon as behavior happens minimizes:

A. Subjectivity B. Reinforcement C. Generalization D. Rate

Question 71:

Which is a dual relationship violation?

A. Working with two clients B. Accepting gifts from clients C. Supervising and being friends D. All of these

Question 72:

Olivia is working on a puzzle with her mom in the kitchen. Suddenly, Olivia's sister asks for help with her math homework, and their mom leaves to assist her. After five minutes of being alone, Olivia starts banging her fists on the table. Based on this scenario, what is the most likely function of Olivia's behavior?

A. Attention B. Anger C. Escape D. Tangible

Question 73:

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 74:

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 75:

Victoria gives her client a sticker on a token board every three minutes that her client goes without engaging in target maladaptive behaviors. What reinforcement schedule does this exemplify?

A. Fixed ratio B. Continuous reinforcement C. Variable interval D. Fixed interval

Question 76:

When implementing behavior reduction strategies, how often should data be collected?

A. Once per week B. Every second day C. After significant changes only D. Continuously

Question 77:

Which is the key feature of a DRO procedure?

A. Reinforce only target behavior B. Reinforce any behavior except target C. Offer reinforcement noncontingently D. Only punishment for target

Question 78:

Who sets the final mastery criteria for each program?

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

Question 79:

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 80:

You're using partial interval recording. A behavior happens for 3 seconds in a 10-second interval. Do you mark it?

A. Yes B. No C. Only if it continues D. Wait until next interval

Question 81:

What is the function of indirect assessment?

A. Directly observe behavior B. Interview or questionnaire C. Manipulate variables D. Event recording

Question 82:

When should an RBT report an incident to their supervisor?

A. Only if it is a major incident B. Any time there is an unexpected or significant event C. Only if the incident involves aggressive behavior D. Only if the client requests it

Question 83:

The client starts to scream during demands. You notice it happens with specific tasks. What's next?

A. Punish the behavior B. Skip those tasks C. Remove the task permanently D. Collect ABC data and inform supervisor

Question 84:

Which of the following describes a multiple stimulus with replacement (MSW) preference assessment?

A. Lorraine places 6 toys in an array and records which toy her learner chooses. She allows them to play with it for a minute before taking it away and changing the array with new toys. B. Kia offers two toys to her learner and records which one they choose. C. Jane observes her learner and records which toys they play with and how long. D. Misha place 5 toys in an array and records which toy her learner chooses. She allows them to play with it for a minute before taking it away and instructing her learner to choose another toy.

Question 85:

What type of differential reinforcement procedure involves strengthening a response that is physically impossible to perform simultaneously with some other, non-preferred response?

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