#1
What is a common behavioral analysis technique used to understand why certain behaviors occur?
Functional analysis
ExplanationIt analyzes the relationship between behavior and environmental variables to determine the function of behavior.
#2
Which of the following is NOT a primary component of applied behavior analysis (ABA)?
Cognition
ExplanationWhile cognition is important, ABA primarily focuses on observable behavior and environmental variables.
#3
Which of the following is a continuous recording method in behavioral analysis?
Duration recording
ExplanationIt involves recording the exact time a behavior starts and ends, providing a continuous measure.
#4
What does ABC stand for in the context of behavioral analysis?
Antecedent, Behavior, Consequence
ExplanationIt represents the sequence of events surrounding a behavior: what happens before, during, and after.
#5
Which behavioral measurement technique involves directly observing and recording behavior as it occurs in the natural environment?
Naturalistic observation
ExplanationObservation in real-life settings without intervention or manipulation.
#6
Which of the following is a limitation of self-report measures in behavioral analysis?
They may be influenced by social desirability bias
ExplanationParticipants may respond in ways they perceive as socially acceptable rather than truthfully.
#7
What is the purpose of a scatterplot in behavioral analysis?
To illustrate the relationship between variables
ExplanationIt visually depicts the correlation or lack thereof between two or more variables.
#8
In behavioral analysis, what does the term 'interobserver agreement' refer to?
The agreement between different individuals who observe and record the same behavior
ExplanationIt measures the consistency of observations made by different observers.
#9
What is the purpose of interobserver agreement in behavioral research?
To ensure consistency and reliability in behavioral observations
ExplanationIt confirms that multiple observers are consistently recording behavior in the same way.
#10
Which of the following is a limitation of single-subject research designs in behavioral analysis?
They may lack external validity
ExplanationFindings may not generalize to other individuals or settings.