#1
What is a primary goal of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)?
To modify behavior through environmental manipulation
ExplanationModifying behavior via environment.
#2
Which of the following is a fundamental principle of ABA?
Reinforcement
ExplanationFundamental principle: Reinforcement.
#3
In ABA, what does the term 'reinforcement' refer to?
A consequence that increases the likelihood of a behavior recurring
ExplanationReinforcement increases behavior recurrence.
#4
Which of the following is an example of positive reinforcement?
Giving a reward for completing a task
ExplanationReward for task completion.
#5
Which of the following is a characteristic of an effective reinforcer in ABA?
It must be highly preferred by the individual
ExplanationEffective reinforcer: Highly preferred by individual.
#6
What is the term for gradually reducing the frequency or intensity of a reinforcer in ABA?
Fading
ExplanationGradually reducing reinforcement: Fading.
#7
What is the term for the process of applying behavioral principles to real-world situations in ABA?
Generalization
ExplanationApplying principles to real-world: Generalization.
#8
Which of the following is an example of a discrete trial in ABA?
Using prompting and reinforcement to teach a child to say 'hello'
ExplanationDiscrete trial example: Teaching 'hello'.
#9
Which of the following is NOT a component of the ABC model in ABA?
Association
ExplanationNot in ABC model: Association.
#10
In ABA, what is the primary goal of a behavior intervention plan (BIP)?
To promote the development of new skills and behaviors
ExplanationBIP goal: Developing new skills and behaviors.
#11
What is the term for the process of systematically reinforcing successive approximations to a desired behavior?
Shaping
ExplanationReinforcing successive approximations: Shaping.
#12
Which of the following is NOT a common function of behavior in ABA?
Memory enhancement
ExplanationNot a function: Memory enhancement.
#13
Which of the following is an example of a negative reinforcement in ABA?
Taking away a chore for completing homework
ExplanationNegative reinforcement example: Removing chore.
#14
Which of the following is a key component of a behavior intervention plan (BIP) in ABA?
Identification of antecedents
ExplanationBIP component: Identifying antecedents.
#15
In ABA, what does the term 'antecedent' refer to?
A trigger or stimulus that precedes a behavior
ExplanationAntecedent: Trigger preceding behavior.
#16
Which of the following is an example of negative punishment in ABA?
Taking away a privilege for misbehavior
ExplanationNegative punishment example: Removing privilege.
#17
Which of the following is NOT a common type of reinforcement in ABA?
Punishment reinforcement
ExplanationNot a common reinforcement: Punishment reinforcement.
#18
What is the term for breaking down complex skills into smaller, teachable units in ABA?
Task analysis
ExplanationBreaking skills into teachable units: Task analysis.
#19
Which of the following is a limitation of ABA?
It may not address underlying emotional or cognitive issues
ExplanationLimitation: May not address emotional or cognitive issues.
#20
In ABA, what is the primary focus of functional behavior assessment (FBA)?
Identifying antecedents and consequences influencing behavior
ExplanationFBA focus: Identifying antecedents and consequences.
#21
What is the term for the process of gradually reducing the frequency of reinforcement in ABA?
Thinning
ExplanationReducing reinforcement frequency: Thinning.
#22
Which of the following is an example of a naturalistic teaching strategy in ABA?
Following a child's lead during play to teach social skills
ExplanationNaturalistic teaching: Following child's lead in play.
#23
What is the term for the process of gradually removing prompts to promote independent behavior in ABA?
Fading
ExplanationRemoving prompts: Fading for independence.
#24
What is the term for the process of teaching a new behavior by reinforcing successive approximations of the desired behavior?
Shaping
ExplanationTeaching via successive approximations: Shaping.
#25
What is the term for the process of reinforcing behavior in a different setting or with different people in ABA?
Generalization
ExplanationReinforcing in different contexts: Generalization.