Sample Practice Exam 1

An RBT was asked to collect data on a new problematic behavior. The BCBA plans to add it to the Behavior Intervention Plan. The RBT was instructed to divide an hour into 6 6 intervals. She was also instructed to determine the behavior occurrence based on it occurring at the end of each interval. Which recording method was used in this case?

A teacher asked her students to draw on a piece of paper with their names on it. She didn’t have to see them drawing to determine if they engaged in the response. Why is this?

When preparing for data collection, an RBT should do all of the following except:

The RBT worked 5 days during the previous week. At the end of the week, the RBT had to calculate the average of tantrums. The collected data are: Monday: 5, Tuesday: 8, Wednesday: 1, Thursday: 5, Friday: 2. What is the average Tantrums for this week?

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?

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?

Jenny, an RBT, was collecting data on her client’s Hazel. She noticed that the responses were mostly anticipated by a loud noise. After these noises are heard, it takes approximately 3 seconds for the response to occur. This time that elapses between the loud noise and the response is known as _ _ _?

Which measurement procedure is being used if the observer is recording if the target behavior occurred at any point in the interval?

Clickers and Tally Marks are tools mostly used while measuring _ _ _

50 minutes elapsed since the last tantrum ended to when the following started. This interval is known as _ _ _

The RBT instructed the learner that it is time to go to the classroom to practice tracing lower case letters. Once seated, the learner engages in elopement each time the RBT presents the instruction “Let’s Trace.” Based on the scenario and the 4 functions of behavior, what appears to be the function?

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. Help Stuart calculate the percentage of correct color green discrimination during this session.

The RBT is working with a new client to identify preferences. The RBT presents 5 items in front of the child: a car, bubbles, a train, a stuffed animal, and a puzzle. The RBT states to pick one, so the child chooses the bubbles. In the next presentation of the stimuli, the bubbles are taken out of the array, and the other items are re-arranged. The RBT instructs the client again to choose one. Which preference assessment is being implemented?

Bolting responses were observed during an interval of 15 minutes. This interval was divided into 5-minute segments. The client had to engage in the response during the entire 5-minute segment for the RBT to document its occurrence. Which recording strategy was used in this example?

The RBT worked 6 days during the previous week. At the end of the week, the RBT had to calculate the average of Task Refusals. The collected data are:
Monday: 6
Tuesday: 6
Wednesday: 6
Thursday: 10
Friday: 8
Saturday: 8
What is the average of Task Refusals for this week?

How many RBTs can be supervised in a group by two supervisors conducting supervision together?

What should an RBT do if they suspect abuse or neglect of a client?

Why is maintaining confidentiality important in the role of an RBT?

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

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

When should an RBT report an incident to their supervisor?

Which of the following should be included in a session note?

Which type of functional assessment is being conducted when a BCBA interviews the clients’ parents and provides a questionnaire about the child’s preferred activities before the onset of services?

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

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?

Which of the following is an example of a discrete trial?

Which of the following is an indirect assessment method?

Which assessment tool is used to identify potential reinforcers?

Which measurement method is best for behaviors that have a clear beginning and end?

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

How would you record the number of times a student raises their hand in a classroom?

Which of the following actions best illustrates maintaining client dignity?

As an RBT, what is the best course of action if you receive a friend request on Facebook from your client and your client’s mother?

Which assessment would be most appropriate for evaluating a client who demonstrates a side bias?

Your daughter struggles in reading class, so you are referred to a specialist. The specialist informs you that they want your daughter to complete a 5-day assessment before the intervention starts to gather data. What type of data is the specialist gathering?

This morning, Alex attempted to carry his coffee cup, his water cup, and his bowl of oatmeal up the stairs. Halfway up the stairs, everything spilled all over Alex. He now carries one thing at a time. Why did Alex’s behavior change?

We can reduce behavior through punishment or extinction. However, whenever we reduce a behavior what else should we do?

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?

Your supervisor was supposed to train you on the client’s new behavior plan today, but you only stayed 15 minutes and did not get to it. They are now asking you to implement the plan according to what they wrote. How should you proceed?

Which type of measurement is discontinuous and more likely to overestimate the frequency of a behavior?

Which of the following is a key responsibility of an RBT?

Which of the following is an example of measuring rate?

Which of the following describes the use of a token economy?

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

While riding in the car, Sarah will feed her son, Ethan, in the car seat. Ethan starts to scream, but Sarah says, “More?” and waits for Ethan to make a sound resembling “more” before giving him food. What type of training is Sarah engaging in?

Jessica is working with a client, and the client’s family refers their cousin, Michael, to her, who is working towards similar goals. What is considered best practice in this situation?

For how many years must client data and records be securely maintained at an organization, at a minimum?

When writing a session note, which of the following should you avoid?

Which type of measurement is best for behaviors with no clear beginning or end?

What is the purpose of a preference assessment?

Which is a direct assessment?

What does the BACB Professional and Ethical Compliance Code require regarding client confidentiality?

Discrete Trial Training (DTT) is characterized by:

What does “prompt fading” involve?

A parent says, “He always tantrums when I turn off the TV.” You want to verify this. What’s your next step?

During a discrete trial, you ask a child “What is this?” while showing a toy. The child doesn’t respond, so you point and say “Car.” What are you doing?

You are teaching a child to brush their teeth. You break the steps into: pick up brush, apply paste, brush teeth, rinse. This method is called:

You’re using least-to-most prompting during a coloring activity. What does this look like?

A learner is taught to say “thank you” at home, school, and store. This is an example of:

A child bites their hand when presented with work. The BCBA has identified the behavior’s function as escape. What’s an appropriate strategy?

You’re told to use extinction for attention-seeking yelling. What do you do when the child yells?

Which of the following is NOT considered a function of behavior?

A client bangs their head to get a toy. The team decides to provide the toy only when the client uses a picture card. This is an example of:

A learner refuses to transition between activities. You’re told to give a warning, then praise upon compliance. This is an example of:

Which of the following is NOT a component of a behavior intervention plan?

A child repeatedly taps their fingers during table work. Your BCBA instructed you to allow breaks every 10 minutes, regardless of behavior. This is an example of:

The client receives reinforcement every 2 minutes if no aggression occurs. This is an example of:

You’re asked to report a client’s progress after a session. What should your report include?

After completing a skill acquisition program, what’s the best next step?

You’re documenting a session. Which of the following is the best example of objective reporting?

A parent asks if you can diagnose their child with autism. What should you say?

You’re offered a cash tip from a grateful parent because they’re happy with your work. What should you do?

Nap time lasts two hours at Leo’s school. Leo will pretend to snore during nap time and tap his hand on his mat until his teacher asks him to stop. Leo will briefly stop and then engage in the same behavior. Why is Leo likely engaging in this behavior?

What is an antecedent strategy you could implement when working with a client who engages in hair-pulling?

You’re teaching a client to request snacks using a picture card. Each time they hand you the correct card, you give them the snack. This is an example of: