RBT Practice Exam 3

1. Which of the following is NOT a type of data collection method?

2. When implementing discrete trial teaching (DTT), what is the first step?

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

4. In a behavior reduction plan, which of the following is NOT typically included?

5. Which is an example of a fixed-ratio schedule of reinforcement?

6. Victoria gives her client a sticker on a token board every three minutes that the client avoids engaging in the target maladaptive behaviors. What type of reinforcement schedule does this illustrate?

7. What is the role of an RBT in behavior assessment?

8. What does ABC stand for in behavior analysis?

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

10. Hailey, a Behavior Analyst, is teaching a child to tell the difference between colors. She places a red card and a blue card side by side and says, “Point to red.” Each time the child points to the red card, Hailey gives her a bite of her favorite fruit. What teaching strategy is Hailey using in this example?

11. Which of the following is an example of negative punishment?

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

13. Which of the following best describes “generalization”?

14. An individual was learning how to ride her bicycle. Her father initially helped using a full physical prompt and gradually reduced the level of assistance. This is an example of what?

15. What is the function of a prompt in behavior analysis?

16. What does “operational definition” refer to in behavior analysis?

17. In a functional behavior assessment (FBA), what is the primary goal?

18. An RBT is using a token economy to reinforce following directions, with tokens represented by checkmarks on a piece of paper. When the client exchanges tokens for reinforcers, what should the therapist do?

19. A “motivating operation” in ABA refers to:

20. After being seated at a restaurant, you order a drink and finish it. You then order another drink 10 minutes later. What is the term for the time between ordering the first and second drink?

21. Which of the following statements is true about Errorless Teaching?

22. Which of the following is an example of positive reinforcement?

23. Which data collection method measures how long a behavior lasts?

24. Which of the following is an example of antecedent intervention?

25. A token economy is a system used to:

26. What is the main function of a behavior intervention plan (BIP)?

27. What does the term “extinction” refer to in behavior analysis?

28. A BCBA created a task analysis for the skill of brushing teeth. The instructions specified that the first step to be taught is drying hands and putting the towel away. Which chaining procedure is the RBT using in this scenario?

29. What is the primary purpose of reinforcement in behavior analysis?

30. What is the goal of antecedent interventions?

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

32. When Raul asks his math teacher for permission to use the restroom, he usually receives it. When he asks his classmate, he usually does not. The teacher is likely to become a(n) ___, and the classmate a(n) ___. What are the correct terms to complete this statement?

33. While developing the BIP, a BCBA created a task analysis for the skill of raising the right hand. The instructions clearly stated that the therapist would model the entire skill and expect the client to raise their hand. Which chaining procedure is the RBT using in this situation?

34. Which of the following best describes “modeling” in behavior analysis?

35. A child avoids doing homework by saying they have a stomach ache. What is the most likely function of this behavior?

36. What is “prompt fading”?

37. What does “task analysis” involve?

38. Katherine earns a token (as part of a token economy) each time she brushes her teeth before bedtime. This is an example of what?

39. Which is the best example of “response blocking”?

40. What is the function of reinforcement in operant conditioning?

41. During a session, a client was given several math exercises. The client received a chocolate chip cookie every 5 minutes, regardless of the behavior displayed. This is an example of what?

42. In an ABA program, what is the primary use of error correction?

43. A BCBA asks you to implement a behavior intervention that includes data collection. What should you do first?

44. When should data be recorded during a session?

45. The RBT gathered all necessary materials for data collection and program implementation, reviewed the updated behavior intervention plan and programming for 15 minutes before the session, and contacted the supervising BCBA with two questions for clarification before starting. These steps are all essential components of what process?

46. In order to find out how many times a student raise their hand, one would measure?

47. What is the best definition of “antecedent” in behavior analysis?

48. What is “shaping” in behavior analysis?

49. What is the main purpose of a token economy system?

50. Which of the following is an example of negative reinforcement?