RBT Practice Exam 85 Questions Free (Updated For 2026)

RBT Practice Exam 85 Questions Free

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1. Tyler confuses “red” and “green” flashcards. Which tactic strengthens stimulus discrimination?

A. Increase contrast and vary card order each trial

B. Provide identical colored borders on every card

C. Ignore errors hoping correction happens naturally

D. Switch immediately to random natural teaching

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2. On Monday Lana used a full-physical prompt to help Amir zip his coat, Tuesday she used a partial-physical prompt, and Wednesday she only pointed at the zipper. What teaching progression does this illustrate?

A. Systematic prompt fading toward independent zipping

B. Backward chaining focusing on final step first

C. Stimulus discrimination requiring different zippers

D. Response cost taking away tokens for errors

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3. A learner stops responding when tokens no longer exchange for valued items. What modification might restore effectiveness?

A. Delay token exchange until session conclusion

B. Pair tokens again with powerful backup reinforcers

C. Add response cost by removing tokens for errors

D. Switch all reinforcement to edible items only

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4. Gabe reinforces louder speech volumes that gradually approximate a conversational level when coaching Aria. Which procedure is demonstrated?

A. Backward chaining finishing sentences for the learner

B. Response cost removing reinforcers for soft speech

C. Shaping successive approximations toward target behavior

D. Stimulus fading altering antecedent prompts over time

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5. Why must RBTs avoid misleading public statements?

A. To protect consumer trust and uphold professional integrity

B. Because it guarantees larger financial bonuses

C. To meet social media follower count goals

D. So that they can post freely without supervisor review

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6. Zoe earns a blue token for each completed worksheet and trades five blue tokens for five minutes of game time. What arrangement is described?

A. Error-correction requiring task repetition

B. Conditioned punisher reducing off-task behavior

C. Token economy with exchange-based backup reinforcer

D. Fixed interval schedule providing tokens on the minute

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7. Lucia records that Brandon yells “No!” to escape worksheets and “Hey!” to gain attention; she designs interventions matched to each purpose. What assessment result guided her plan?

A. A baseline skill inventory showing academic deficits

B. An ecological assessment of all classroom materials

C. A permanent-product review of finished worksheets

D. Functions of Brandon’s behavior identified through systematic analysis

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8. Which statement best defines partial-interval recording?

A. Observer marks if behavior occurs at all during each interval

B. Observer counts every single instance of the behavior

C. Observer measures exact duration of each behavior episode

D. Observer checks if behavior is occurring only at interval end

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9. If brief functional analysis shows highest self-injury in escape condition, which next step supports function-based treatment?

A. Conduct no further assessment because all functions are equal

B. Design interventions that teach requesting breaks and place escape on extinction

C. Ignore function and reduce all behavior with token fines

D. Switch immediately to punishment without replacement skills

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10. Your BCBA notices sessions lag. Which adjustment improves discrete-trial pacing?

A. Provide reinforcement on a variable ten-trial schedule

B. Switch to free-operant natural environment teaching only

C. Add lengthy explanations after each correct answer

D. Reduce inter-trial interval to two seconds or less

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11. You notice a coworker loudly criticizing a parent in the hallway. What is your best ethical action?

A. Ignore it because it is not your assigned client

B. Post the incident on social media to raise awareness

C. Join the conversation to support your colleague’s frustration

D. Privately remind the coworker to maintain professional interpersonal skills

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12. A new RBT keeps giving praise when tantrums stop instead of arranging antecedent supports. What coaching tip is best?

A. Modify tasks beforehand to minimize tantrum triggers rather than waiting

B. Switch solely to functional communication training later

C. Introduce response cost so praise follows fine payment

D. Increase praise intensity to compete with escape functions

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13. Luis alternates two colored cards and notes which one Tia chooses first on each of ten consecutive trials. Which assessment is being performed?

A. Free-operant preference assessment measuring engagement

B. Reinforcer assessment testing schedule thinning

C. Paired-choice preference assessment sampling two stimuli

D. Single-stimulus assessment with one card presented

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14. Which statement accurately differentiates maintenance from generalization?

A. Maintenance is acquiring a new skill, generalization is initial testing

B. Maintenance requires new prompts, generalization removes reinforcement

C. Maintenance decreases data collection, generalization increases punishment

D. Maintenance refers to persistence over time, generalization across contexts

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15. Emma notes that James skipped breakfast and seemed lethargic, then documents this event in her daily session note. Which reporting duty did she meet?

A. Recording variables that might affect program efficacy for supervisor review

B. Seeking immediate redesign of the entire treatment protocol

C. Graphing James’s academic performance in real time

D. Confidentially discussing family finances with peers

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16. Before teaching shoe-tying, Nora pairs the sound of a clicker with praise and candy ten times. Later, the click alone makes her learner smile. What has the clicker become?

A. An unconditioned stimulus evoking reflexive smiling

B. A response prompt to guide motor imitation

C. A discriminative stimulus that signals task demand

D. A conditioned reinforcer through stimulus pairing

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17. Sophie hides puzzle pieces around the room and prompts Leo to find and assemble them while naming colors during play. Which teaching strategy is this?

A. Backward-chain routine with scripted prompts

B. Mass-trial discrete instruction at the table

C. Precision teaching using standard celeration chart

D. Natural environment teaching embedding skills in play

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18. Before math, Noah arranges an alternative easy worksheet on top of Sam’s harder sheet to prevent task refusal. Which intervention type is demonstrated?

A. Punishment presenting extra chores after refusal

B. Response-cost procedure removing tangibles after refusal

C. Extinction withholding attention after task refusal

D. Antecedent intervention altering the difficulty before behavior occurs

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19. After teaching requesting help at home, you want school staff to cue the same skill. What step ensures generalization?

A. Add a punishment contingency in new settings

B. Remove all prompts so the skill drops to baseline

C. Train teachers to deliver identical reinforcement schedule

D. Prohibit teachers from reinforcing any requests

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20. On her personal blog, Kayla claims a 100 percent success rate curing autism. Which guideline is violated?

A. Making misleading public statements about ABA effectiveness

B. Using preferred reinforcers only after correct answers

C. Maintaining daily progress graphs for supervisors

D. Conducting yearly background checks on clients

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21. Your crisis plan specifies protective pads and calling for help when self-injury exceeds five hits. Why include these directions?

A. They maintain non-contingent attention during escalation

B. Clearly defined emergency steps protect staff and client safety

C. They guarantee that punishment never occurs in session

D. They ensure continuous differential reinforcement procedures

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22. When Malik grabs toys, staff briefly hold the toys out of reach until he keeps hands to himself for ten seconds. What is this procedure?

A. Extinction withholding the reinforcer maintaining grabbing

B. Response blocking combined with positive punishment

C. Differential reinforcement of other behavior with a ten-second criterion

D. Fixed-time schedule delivering toys regardless of behavior

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23. The term “aggressive attitude” in a behavior definition is problematic because it:

A. Enhances inter-observer agreement

B. Is not directly observable or measurable

C. Describes frequency and duration clearly

D. Provides precise topographical detail

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24. Each afternoon, Brendan imports Sasha’s toileting data from his tablet into a shared spreadsheet that automatically redraws line graphs for her program team. Which duty is Brendan fulfilling?

A. Identifying long-term trends to revise goals

B. Calculating average toileting successes per week

C. Entering daily data and updating progress graphs

D. Writing narrative notes about session variables

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25. Gia sets a 20-second timer and marks “yes” when Eddie is sitting at the exact beep. What method is she using?

A. Partial-interval recording of seat behavior

B. Permanent-product check of seat cushions

C. Momentary time sampling at the signal

D. Continuous frequency measurement

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26. When Shira looks at Duncan’s last ten data points, she notices they steadily increase and cross the goal line. What pattern is Shira identifying?

A. An increasing trend that signals mastery is near

B. No significant change from baseline to present

C. A cyclic pattern requiring phase change analysis

D. A decreasing trend indicating intervention failure

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27. When Clara crawls under desks, staff consistently ignore the crawl and redirect only after she resurfaces. What is likely maintaining the crawling that staff target through extinction?

A. Access to tangible items stored under desks

B. Escape from demanding seatwork tasks

C. Attention delivered when peers laugh as Clara emerges

D. Automatic sensory stimulation from movement

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28. Which statement best describes the goal of a functional behavior assessment?

A. Deliver punishment swiftly to reduce dangerous acts

B. Graph progress and share summary with caregivers

C. Identify environmental variables that reliably influence behavior

D. Teach replacement skills to increase adaptive functioning

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29. Sofia checks each month that her BCBA models strategies, reviews data, and offers feedback. Why is this important?

A. It guarantees immediate promotion and higher pay

B. It reduces need for parental involvement during therapy

C. It fulfills marketing requirements for the agency website

D. Effective supervision safeguards client welfare and RBT performance

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30. When teaching hand-washing, Quinn models and reinforces just the first step for several days, then the first two steps, moving forward in order. What procedure is Quinn implementing?

A. Total-task presentation prompting every step each trial

B. Backward chaining starting with the last step first

C. Forward chaining to build the entire hand-washing sequence

D. Shaping successive approximations of single response topography

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31. If a medication change coincides with behavior spikes, how should you capture this in notes?

A. Remove baseline data to prevent confusion

B. Tell caregivers that medication is definitely causing aggression

C. Ignore medical details and focus only on program goals

D. Record date, dosage, observed changes, and alert the supervisor promptly

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32. Your supervisor asks you to track loud vocalizations that occur fewer than ten times per hour. Which continuous measurement should you choose?

A. Tally each loud vocalization with a digital counter

B. Mark yes if vocalization occurs at two-minute checks

C. Record the length of every vocalization in seconds

D. Examine worksheets later for evidence of disruptions

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33. After a parent jokes about “just shock him into behaving,” Dana calmly explains the field’s commitment to dignity and least-restrictive practices. Which ethical principle is she upholding?

A. Public media statement guidelines for professionals

B. Scope of competence to deliver electric stimulation

C. Respect for client dignity and humane treatment standards

D. Confidentiality regarding treatment modalities

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34. Your functional analysis indicates tangibles maintain screaming. Which intervention aligns best with this result?

A. Use full-session time-out every time screaming begins

B. Drop demands during screaming to prevent injury

C. Introduce edible reinforcers unrelated to tangible items

D. Teach requesting items and reinforce requests while withholding items for screams

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35. Liam declines a complex feeding case because he has no training in that area. Which ethical duty guides this decision?

A. Accept all cases assigned by the agency

B. Seek gifts as a token of gratitude for honesty

C. Provide services only within areas of competence

D. Publish client data to request outside advice

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36. For each teaching segment, Otto writes: “Completed four of five trials independent, two verbal prompts, no aggression observed.” This entry shows:

A. Objective session documentation focused on observable events

B. Anecdotal storytelling unrelated to data

C. Subjective interpretation about learner motivation

D. Disclosure of private family matters

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37. Your learner now articulates “bicycle” at five feet but still whispers it at ten feet. Which shaping step best promotes louder speech at the greater distance?

A. Continue reinforcing whisper volume at all distances to build confidence

B. Switch entirely to backward chaining of the target phrase

C. Reinforce any “bicycle” louder than a whisper when you stand ten feet away

D. Withhold reinforcement until the learner speaks at conversation level always

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38. When using DRA for hand-flapping, which rule ensures effectiveness?

A. Reinforce functional toy play every time and never reinforce flap topography

B. Introduce mild reprimands each time flapping appears

C. Permit flapping during breaks to avoid frustration

D. Deliver reinforcement on a fixed-time schedule regardless of play quality

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39. Which statement best represents true confidentiality practice?

A. Discuss client progress casually with friends because names were omitted

B. Share client data only with those directly involved in service provision

C. Post de-identified video clips online for entertainment

D. Store all data indefinitely without security measures

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40. Which statement accurately defines an antecedent intervention?

A. A strategy applied before behavior to reduce its likelihood

B. A punishment that immediately follows target behavior

C. A rate calculation summarizing behavior frequency

D. A consequence delivered after behavior occurs

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41. Nadia is unsure how to score “partial independence” on the new hygiene checklist, so she messages her BCBA during lunch. Which expectation did she follow?

A. Consulting another RBT from a different agency

B. Guessing a reasonable score to save valuable session time

C. Seeking clarification from her supervisor when directions are unclear

D. Waiting until monthly supervision to address confusion

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42. To prevent calling out, Jordan schedules short frequent breaks and embeds choice within work. Which approach is exemplified?

A. Antecedent intervention manipulating task variables

B. Variable-ratio reinforcement for task completion

C. High-p request sequence before work demands

D. Overcorrection practice of correct classroom etiquette

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43. A conditioned reinforcer is best described as one that:

A. Acquires value through pairing with other reinforcers

B. Involves physical guidance to prompt a response

C. Signals availability of punishment in the environment

D. Naturally strengthens behavior without prior learning

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44. While posting vacation photos, Evan blurs his client’s face before uploading. Which confidentiality measure did he follow?

A. Obtaining written consent for multiple relationships

B. Ensuring cultural responsiveness in social speech

C. Protecting identifying information in any public media post

D. Advertising services without misrepresentation

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45. When asked to translate materials into Spanish, Carlos feels confident due to native proficiency and seeks BCBA approval before proceeding. Which two ethical duties does this satisfy?

A. Accept gifts for additional services and advertise language skills

B. Delegate translation to untrained staff and update billing codes

C. Work under qualified supervision and ensure cultural responsiveness

D. Refuse all translation without extra pay and publish on social media

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46. In her note, Lily writes “Client needed two hand-over-hand prompts to cut paper.” This wording is:

A. Subjective and mentalistic

B. Confidential information disclosure

C. Judgmental and opinion-based

D. Objective and suitable for documentation

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47. During discrete-trial teaching, Evan presents “What’s this?” shows a dog picture, waits two seconds, and delivers reinforcement only for correct “dog.” Which component is missing?

A. A variable interval break between successive trials

B. A continuous measurement of off-task behavior

C. An immediate error-correction procedure for incorrect answer

D. A natural environment generalization probe

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48. Ben earns points on a chart that he exchanges later for snacks, video time, and stickers. What general system is in use?

A. Token economy with varied backup reinforcers

B. Stimulus fading across preference shifts

C. Fixed-ratio edible reinforcement only

D. Differential reinforcement of low voice volume

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49. After four sessions of extinction for head slaps, you note a sudden spike above baseline. Which phenomenon should you anticipate?

A. Spontaneous recovery requiring immediate punishment

B. Extinction burst that often precedes long-term reduction

C. Response generalization showing new adaptive behavior

D. Stimulus control transfer making slaps context-specific

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50. Marisol provides a preferred sticker every five minutes that Josh stays below two vocal protests. What specific DR procedure is this?

A. Differential reinforcement of low rates (DRL) of vocal protesting

B. Differential reinforcement of incompatible behavior

C. Whole-interval DRO requiring zero protests

D. Non-contingent reinforcement with free stickers

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51. What wording best maintains objectivity in daily notes?

A. “Kara screamed three times and threw the puzzle onto the floor.”

B. “Kara intentionally tried to annoy staff by screaming.”

C. “Kara was angry and stubborn during puzzles.”

D. “Kara’s mood was very bad today.”

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52. During a lunch break, Priya, an RBT, posts a lighthearted selfie with her client’s artwork in the background, tagging the center’s location and saying “Another fun session with the coolest kid!” Although she doesn’t mention the client’s name, her profile clearly states where she works. What is the main ethical concern here?

A. Boosting morale through harmless workplace sharing

B. Risking client confidentiality and professionalism in public statements

C. Improving the clinic's visibility using non-identifying content

D. Praising client creativity while avoiding direct mention of names

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53. After art class, Noor tallies the number of completed sticker charts in her students’ folders to confirm on-task behavior. Which recording method is Noor applying?

A. Reviewing sticker charts as a permanent product record

B. Estimating mean duration of student engagement

C. Observing students continuously during art time

D. Sampling whether students are on task at set intervals

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54.

During a 45-minute language session, Maya silently clicks her hand-held counter each time Mateo vocally imitates a model. Which measurement method is Maya using?

A. Checking Mateo’s completed worksheet at session end

B. Timing how long each imitation lasts in seconds

C. Noting whether an imitation occurs in ten-second intervals

D. Counting every vocal imitation in real time

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55. To describe Marco’s tantrums, Lin writes “Marco drops to the floor, kicks both legs, and screams above conversational volume.” How does her description align with good data practice?

A. Explains how consequences maintain the tantrums

B. Offers subjective judgments about tantrum severity

C. Uses observable measurable terms that anyone can see

D. Provides likely functions of Marco’s challenging behavior

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56. While Callie explores the play area freely, Tyler times how long she engages with each activity over five minutes. Which assessment method is Tyler using?

A. ABC recording during challenging behavior episodes

B. Forced-choice assessment alternating two toys each trial

C. Free-operant preference assessment measuring engagement time

D. Standardized adaptive skill inventory interview

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57. Dani delivers non-contingent attention every ten minutes regardless of Leo’s behavior to reduce attention-seeking screams. How is she using reinforcement?

A. Providing time-based non-contingent reinforcement breaks the scream–attention link

B. Delivering variable-ratio attention contingent on screams

C. Establishing differential reinforcement of high-rate correct requests

D. Implementing extinction by ignoring all screams entirely

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58. Marta presents one toy at a time and notes if Leo approaches it within five seconds. Which preference assessment is this?

A. Paired-choice contrasting two items

B. Multiple-stimulus without replacement

C. Single-stimulus method measuring approach responses

D. Free-operant observation in playroom

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59. Why must behavior definitions avoid mentalistic terms?

A. They increase reinforcement effectiveness with clients

B. They reduce the need for graphical data displays

C. They hinder reliable measurement by different observers

D. They guarantee faster skill acquisition for learners

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60. In art class, Ava reinforces Lana’s seated behavior when Lana raises her hand but withholds attention if Lana shouts answers. What procedure is Ava implementing?

A. Fixed-interval reinforcement schedule for sitting time

B. Time-based non-contingent reinforcement schedule

C. Positive practice overcorrection after each shout

D. Differential reinforcement of alternative behavior to replace shouting

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61. During goal review, you want a quick snapshot of Liam’s correct trials across five sessions. Which summary is most efficient?

A. Describe each session’s context in narrative form

B. Compute the latency before each correct trial occurs

C. Calculate the percentage correct for each session and note highs

D. Plot a cumulative record that never resets to zero

Explanation: A condensed MSWOR can be completed quickly; skipping, guessing, or relying on old data risks inaccurate reinforcer identification.

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62. Your BCBA asks for a quick preference check before session. What would be your best response?

A. Run a brief three-item multiple-stimulus assessment now

B. Allow the caregiver to guess the child’s favorite item

C. Skip any preference check when time is limited

D. Rely on last week’s assessment without verifying changes

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63. Which item below violates objective documentation standards?

A. “Client refused task and lay on floor for five minutes.”

B. “Client completed 15 of 20 problems independently.”

C. “Client required two full-physical prompts to zip coat.”

D. “Client was lazy and did not want to work today.”

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64. Priya observes new bruises and immediately writes an incident report and notifies her clinical lead. Which principle is she following?

A. Waiting for confirmation before documenting injuries

B. Communicating relevant concerns that may indicate abuse

C. Ignoring non-behavioral events in documentation

D. Sharing photos of bruises in a staff group chat

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65. A substitute BCBA asks for quick clarification on a graph color key. What is a correct response?

A. Share the entire client file by personal email for convenience

B. Refuse because the substitute is not your permanent supervisor

C. Provide the requested information immediately to support consistent oversight

D. Direct the request to billing staff since it concerns paperwork

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66. During a team meeting, Jade thanks staff for pronouncing Ángel’s name correctly and incorporating cultural routines into sessions. Which principle is highlighted?

A. Implementing punishment only when reinforcement fails

B. Prioritizing token economies over other reinforcers

C. Publishing single-subject design research ethically

D. Cultural humility and responsiveness to learners’ backgrounds

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67. Tom forgets to record three disruptive outbursts during a hectic session, and later the behavior plan is relaxed because data appear improved. What risk does this illustrate?

A. Systematic desensitization reduces reporting errors

B. High treatment fidelity ensures lasting behavior change

C. Unreliable data can lead to harmful treatment decisions

D. Graphing data daily prevents any recording mistakes

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68. Priya physically guides Jonah to open his locker the first time, then gradually reduces contact until he does it independently. What strategy is Priya using?

A. Modeling only with verbal instructions given

B. Differential reinforcement of low rates of help requests

C. Stimulus shaping altering locker appearance

D. Prompt fading from full physical to independent response

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69. Jordan sets out five toys and records which one Ava reaches for first, repeating the process nine more times to see which toy is chosen most often. What type of preference assessment is this?

A. Paired-choice assessment comparing two items each trial

B. Single-stimulus approach presenting one toy at a time

C. Multiple-stimulus without replacement across ten trials

D. Free-operant observation in Ava’s natural playroom

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70. During debrief, Alex respectfully tells the BCBA that he worries the new prompt strategy frustrates the learner. What ethical documentation practice is Alex demonstrating?

A. Posting concerns on personal social media for feedback

B. Communicating intervention concerns to the supervising team promptly

C. Rewriting the treatment plan without authorization

D. Discussing complaints with unrelated coworkers

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71. Why is concise communication of concerns critical in ABA services?

A. It allows timely program adjustments that improve client outcomes

B. It replaces formal data collection in most settings

C. It eliminates the need for ongoing supervision entirely

D. It ensures faster billing and insurance payments

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72. Which is a documented side effect of punishment procedures?

A. Permanent suppression of all undesirable behaviors

B. Possible emotional responses such as aggression or avoidance

C. Increased sensitivity to conditioned reinforcers

D. Rapid skill generalization to new settings without training

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73. Yesterday, Jade asked Maya to read a mastered sight word list to keep the skill strong. What is this session outcome called?

A. Errorless teaching session preventing mistakes

B. Maintenance probe ensuring learned skills remain stable

C. Acquisition trial targeted at new learning

D. Task analysis breaking complex responses into steps

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74. Sam observes Li’s desk tapping for twenty minutes and marks “yes” if tapping occurs at the moment each thirty-second timer beep sounds. What data system is Sam using?

A. Whole-interval recording across each entire half-minute

B. Continuous frequency counting of every single tap

C. Partial-interval recording any time tapping is noticed

D. Momentary time sampling recorded with fixed beeps

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75. An uncle of your client offers you sports tickets; you politely decline. Which ethical area covers this response?

A. Limiting scope of practice to trained interventions

B. Avoiding multiple relationships and gifts with clients

C. Reporting suspected neglect to authorities

D. Using social validity measures for program goals

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76. During a VB-MAPP session, Andrea records that Milo spontaneously labels twenty-seven pictures out of fifty. What role is Andrea performing?

A. Documenting treatment integrity for behavior program

B. Conducting a functional analysis to identify behavior function

C. Participating in a skill assessment by collecting probe data

D. Implementing extinction on incorrect verbal responses

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77. In a token store, Haley gives Isaac a token every third math problem he completes, exchanging ten tokens for tablet time at the end of the session. What reinforcement schedule is Haley using?

A. Fixed-ratio schedule delivering tokens after set responses

B. Variable-ratio schedule averaging three problems per token

C. Non-contingent reinforcement provided freely each minute

D. Fixed-interval schedule dependent on minutes passed

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78. After Lucas learns to request water from his therapist, Lana programs practice requesting from peers, teachers, and parents in different rooms. Which plan element is highlighted?

A. Behavioral momentum starting with easy tasks

B. Systematic generalization across people and settings

C. Extinction hoping requests decline naturally

D. Stimulus discrimination limiting requests to therapists

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79. A new RBT is unsure how to update graphs after each session. How would you coach them?

A. Wait until the end of the week to average data before graphing

B. Only update graphs once a stable trend has emerged

C. Rely on the BCBA to graph data because it is analytic work

D. Enter raw counts promptly so the program’s auto-graph refreshes

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80. During circle time, Ella directs Liam to the quiet corner for two minutes immediately after he hits a peer. This consequence is best classified as:

A. Time-out from positive reinforcement functioning as negative punishment

B. Non-contingent escape from circle demands

C. Response cost removing tokens already earned

D. Extinction because no attention is provided

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81. During flash-card drills, Mia deliberately mixes “cat,” “cap,” and “cab” in random order and reinforces Leo only when he says the exact printed word. What instructional focus is Mia targeting?

A. Systematically teaching stimulus discrimination among similar words

B. Using extinction to eliminate all incorrect vocal approximations

C. Building response generalization across multiple animal names

D. Employing non-contingent reinforcement to reduce prompt dependence

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82. After ABC data suggest escape maintains task refusal, what should you prepare for the BCBA?

A. A token board outlining preferred backup items

B. A schedule of daily living skills to probe next week

C. Graphs summarizing refusal across demand conditions

D. A narrative recap of each learner’s private events

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83. Riley presents the word “cat” on a flashcard and delivers reinforcement only when Max says “cat,” not “cot” or “cap.” Which concept is demonstrated?

A. Overcorrection requiring practice of correct response

B. Stimulus generalization across all animal names

C. Stimulus discrimination training among similar words

D. Response cost removing tokens for errors

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84. At week’s end, Patel divides the total hand-biting episodes by total session minutes to present a rate per minute for Q1 progress reports. Which calculation is he demonstrating?

A. Finding the percentage of sessions with hand biting

B. Graphing cumulative hand-biting occurrences

C. Computing mean latency before each episode

D. Summarizing data as rate for easier comparison

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85. Carson graphs the frequency of self-injury across attention, escape, tangible, and play conditions of a brief functional analysis. What is Carson helping determine?

A. The effectiveness of a token economy system

B. The learner’s baseline level of adaptive skills

C. The most reinforcing leisure items for the learner

D. The maintaining function of the self-injurious behavior

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