BCABA Experimental Design and Research Methods 3

Question 1

Which design is most appropriate when reversing a behavior would be harmful or unethical?

Accepted Answer

Multiple baseline design

Answer

The multiple baseline design avoids withdrawing treatment, making it suitable when reversal of adaptive behavior would be harmful.

Question 2

A stable baseline in single-subject research is one that shows:

Accepted Answer

Minimal variability and no systematic trend in the undesired direction

Answer

A stable baseline provides a reliable prediction of future behavior without intervention, typically showing consistent level and little variability.

Question 3

Parametric research in ABA examines:

Accepted Answer

How different values (intensities/quantities) of an independent variable affect behavior

Answer

Parametric analysis systematically varies the quantity or intensity of an independent variable to determine the optimal level for producing behavior change.

Question 4

Treatment integrity (procedural fidelity) refers to:

Accepted Answer

The degree to which the independent variable is implemented as planned

Answer

Treatment integrity measures how accurately and consistently the intervention procedures are carried out as described.

Question 5

In ABA, the dependent variable is:

Accepted Answer

The behavior being measured and targeted for change

Answer

The dependent variable is the behavior (or outcome measure) whose change is attributed to manipulation of the independent variable.

BCABA - Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst Practice Test

BCABA - Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst Practice Test

BCABA Experimental Design and Research Methods 3