RBT Practice Exam 1

During a 2-hour observation session, you recorded that your learner engaged in self-hitting 6 times. You documented this behavior as occurring at a frequency of 3 times per hour. What type of measurement does this represent?

What is the purpose of a functional analysis?

What does the acronym ABC stand for in ABC recording?

Which schedule of reinforcement delivers reinforcement after a certain number of responses?

You observe Nina for a 30-minute session to track her out-of-seat behavior. You record every time she stands up or leaves her chair without permission. Which measurement system are you most likely using to capture the total number of out-of-seat events?

Noah often yells answers in class. You measure the time from when the teacher asks a question to when Noah yells out. Which measurement dimension does this describe?

Sarah’s BCBA wants to see if her out-of-seat behavior happens more or less frequently as the session goes on. You note each occurrence and the exact time each occurs during a 60-minute session. What type of data recording procedure captures both frequency and the precise timing of occurrences?

During group instruction, you use 10-second intervals to observe if Jordan is talking without raising his hand at any point in the interval. If it occurs at least once, you mark the interval. Which data collection method is described?

You are asked to measure how long Avery’s tantrums last from onset to offset. She had one tantrum that lasted 4 minutes and another that lasted 2 minutes, both within a 30-minute session. Which measurement are you documenting?

Milan’s BCBA wants to know how quickly Milan starts writing after the teacher says, “Begin.” You measure the time between the teacher’s statement and Milan’s first written word. This is an example of which measure?

In a 15-minute art session, you record the total number of times Lucy engages in hand-biting. Then, you convert that total to occurrences per minute. When you note “2 instances of hand-biting per minute,” which measure are you using?

You use a timer for 30-second intervals. At the exact moment the timer beeps, you look at James. If he is stimming at that precise time, you mark it. If not, you leave it blank. Which measurement procedure is this?

Which of the following is a form of continuous measurement?

When measuring interresponse time (IRT), you are noting the:

A discontinuous measurement procedure:

A behavior’s latency would be most relevant when:

You’re asked to help conduct a preference assessment with Kayla. You present her two toys at a time, note which one she chooses, and then present her with another pair. Which preference assessment are you implementing?

Carl’s BCBA asks you to gather information about Carl’s problem behavior by directly observing him in his classroom, taking ABC data for one hour each day for a week. What type of assessment approach are you using?

Marley often engages in flopping to the floor. You suspect escape from tasks is the function. You systematically manipulate task demands (increasing or decreasing difficulty) to see how they affect Marley’s flopping. Which assessment method are you helping to conduct?

You interview Carrie’s parents about the frequency and triggers of her tantrums, but you do not observe Carrie directly during this process. Which type of assessment is being used?

Which of the following best describes a preference assessment?

An initial step in a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) might be to:

A direct descriptive assessment typically involves:

You are using Discrete Trial Teaching (DTT) to teach Oliver to label shapes. You present a flashcard of a circle and say, “What shape?” Oliver responds, “Circle,” and you give praise and a token. Then, you quickly move to the next trial. What teaching method does this illustrate?

Zoey is being taught to brush her teeth through a list of small steps. She first learns to open the toothpaste, then open and put the paste on the brush, and so on, mastering each step in the sequence. This is an example of:

Maria is working on tying his shoelaces. The RBT helps him do all the steps except the last step (making the final knot), which Kai does independently. Once Kai masters the last step, the RBT will move to the second-to-last step, and so on. Which procedure is being used?

You’re teaching Mandy to say “milk” instead of pointing. The moment she starts to say “m-,” you reinforce her. Over time, you only reinforce when she says “milk” more clearly. This exemplifies:

During snack time in a natural environment, Ivan points to a cracker. You withhold it momentarily, prompting him to say “cracker.” He attempts the word, and you give him the cracker immediately. Which approach is being used?

When Olivia sees a picture of a dog, she says, “Dog.” When you show her a real dog, she doesn’t label it. You practice labeling stuffed animals, pictures, and real dogs, praising each correct label. You are focusing on improving Olivia’s:

You have a token board where Sasha earns a star each time she completes a math problem. After she collects five stars, she exchanges them for a favorite snack. This system is known as a:

You notice that if you don’t prompt Jade at the right time, she often gives an incorrect response. To minimize errors, you immediately provide a prompt right after the SD. Which teaching strategy are you employing?

Thomas can independently wash his hands, but only in the therapy bathroom. You start practicing hand-washing in the school bathroom and at home to ensure he can do it anywhere. You are targeting skill:

You say, “Touch head,” and immediately guide Jane’s hands to his head. Over time, you shift to a light touch on his elbows, then just a pointing gesture, until Jane can follow the instructions independently. What prompt fading strategy is used?

Before you deliver an SD in DTT, you hold up the correct card slightly closer to the client to help them choose it correctly. Over trials, you place the cards at equal distances. Which type of prompt are you using initially?

Helena has mastered reading 10 sight words in a 1:1 setting. Now, you have her read those same sight words with her teacher in class. This shift aims to increase:

When teaching Layla to match colors, you provide partial physical assistance as soon as she hesitates. In the next trial, you reduce it to a gestural prompt if she needs it. This progression is best described as:

To help Emily learn to greet peers, you plan structured role-plays. Then, you practice the same greeting skill in the cafeteria with real peers. Why include cafeteria practice?

A teacher asks you to incorporate everyday contexts to teach Anna new vocabulary words. You plan short lessons around snack time, recess, and transitions, prompting her to name objects or request items she wants. What teaching approach does this describe?

Ethan is learning new conversation skills. He frequently forgets to wait after asking a question. You systematically reinforce each instance he asks a question and pauses for a response. Reinforcing a missing component of a skill to shape more complete behavior is best described as:

Discrete Trial Teaching typically includes all of the following EXCEPT:

Which is TRUE about teaching a task analysis?

A skill maintenance plan ensures:

Error correction often involves:

Most-to-least prompting involves:

Time delay prompting can help:

Incidental teaching is best described as:

Task analyses are especially useful when:

Which of the following is an unconditioned reinforcer?

Response blocking is a procedure in which:

One key to effectively reducing problem behavior is to:

If you make an error in documentation, you should:

Why might you blend Discrete Trial Training (DTT) with Natural Environment Teaching (NET)?

Differential reinforcement of incompatible behavior (DRI) reinforces:

When should an RBT update the BCBA about client progress?

All of the following should be included in a behavior incident report EXCEPT:

Marcus throws items to escape tasks. Per the plan, you do not remove the task after he throws objects. Instead, you calmly present the same demand and offer help if needed. This is an example of:

RBTs are expected to collect data:

When graphing data for a behavior plan, the RBT should ensure:

Which of the following best describes objective session notes?

An RBT notices the client’s behavior plan on a desk in a public area. The best action is to:

Why is accurate data collection important for insurance billing and reporting?

A BCBA wants you to implement a task analysis. Your responsibility is to:

Generalization involves:

Maintenance of a skill means:

Which is an example of using a visual prompt?

Backward chaining is best described as:

A child frequently yells for attention. A function-based intervention might include:

Punishment procedures should be used:

Response blocking is a procedure in which:

Which statement about maintaining client dignity is most accurate?

If an RBT suspects abuse or neglect, they should:

An RBT receives a gift from a client’s family worth a significant amount. The best response is to:

When asked to perform a task outside of your RBT scope of practice, you should:

You overhear a coworker discussing specific details about a client with a friend in a public setting. What should you do?

If a client asks you for medical advice, you should:

RBTs operate under which type of supervision?

You discover an old friend is now your client’s teacher at school. The teacher asks you for updates on the client’s home therapy sessions. Which action upholds professional conduct and confidentiality?

A new BCBA you’ve never met instructs you to implement an advanced assessment that you have not been trained on. What is your best response as an RBT?

Your BCBA asks you to log daily notes focusing on the targeted skills and problem behaviors. You’re not sure what to include. Which is the best approach?

In a DRO, you reinforce:

According to professional guidelines, client documentation must be retained for at least how many years?

You work with a client who has ABA therapy sessions both at home and in a clinic. You need to bring the client’s session notes from the home session to the clinic session. How should you safely and securely transport these session notes and data sheets from the client’s home to the clinic?

Which of the following scenarios does not represent a dual relationship?

You deliver 12 hours of direct therapy each week to Client A and 8 hours to Client B, totaling 20 direct service hours weekly. According to BACB guidelines, how many hours of supervision must you receive per month?

Which details are NOT typically required in a daily session note?