#1
What is Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) primarily used for?
To diagnose psychological disorders
To understand and change behavior
To prescribe medication
To conduct personality assessments
#2
Which of the following is a fundamental principle of ABA?
Reinforcement
Diagnosis
Medication
Psychodynamic theory
#3
Which of the following is an example of a positive reinforcement in ABA?
Taking away a toy as a consequence of hitting
Giving a sticker for completing homework
Ignoring a tantrum in a child
Giving a time-out for swearing
#4
What is the focus of behavior intervention plans (BIPs) in ABA?
To punish unwanted behaviors
To understand the root cause of behaviors
To diagnose psychological disorders
To prescribe medication
#5
In ABA, what is the term for gradually introducing a previously extinct behavior?
Behavioral extinction
Spontaneous recovery
Behavioral resurgence
Behavioral recovery
#6
In ABA, what does 'antecedent' refer to?
The behavior being targeted for change
The events or stimuli that precede a behavior
The consequence following a behavior
The duration of a behavior
#7
Which ABA approach involves breaking down complex behaviors into smaller, manageable units?
Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA)
Discrete Trial Training (DTT)
Task Analysis
Chaining
#8
What is the term for systematically fading out prompts in ABA?
Prompt fading
Prompt withdrawal
Prompt elimination
Prompt extinction
#9
Which of the following is an example of a behavior maintained by negative reinforcement?
Completing chores to earn allowance
Turning off a noisy fan to escape unpleasant noise
Taking medication to alleviate pain
Smiling at a compliment from a friend
#10
What does 'generalization' refer to in the context of ABA?
The ability to apply learned behaviors across different settings and stimuli
The process of teaching specific skills
The reinforcement of behaviors
The extinction of unwanted behaviors
#11
What is 'prompting' in the context of ABA?
Providing reinforcement for desired behaviors
Discouraging unwanted behaviors
Facilitating a correct response to a stimulus
Punishing inappropriate behaviors
#12
What is a primary focus of functional behavior assessments (FBAs) in ABA?
Identifying the consequences of behaviors
Understanding the function or purpose of behaviors
Determining the antecedents of behaviors
Evaluating the intensity of behaviors
#13
What is a critical component of effective ABA interventions?
Using punishment as the primary method of behavior change
Focusing solely on eliminating undesirable behaviors
Considering individual differences and preferences
Ignoring the function of behaviors
#14
What is the term for the process of reinforcing behaviors that are incompatible with the target behavior?
Differential reinforcement
Counterconditioning
Incompatible reinforcement
Extinction burst
#15
What is a limitation of punishment in behavior modification?
It increases the likelihood of the behavior occurring again
It can lead to aggression or avoidance
It is always effective in reducing unwanted behavior
It is the most ethical approach