BCAT Autism Spectrum Disorder Knowledge 3

Question 1

Which ASD severity level in the DSM-5 indicates that an individual 'requires very substantial support'?

Accepted Answer

Level 3

Answer

DSM-5 Level 3 ASD indicates the most significant support needs, described as 'requiring very substantial support.'

Question 2

Co-occurring intellectual disability is present in approximately what percentage of individuals with ASD?

Accepted Answer

30–40%

Answer

Research suggests approximately 30–40% of individuals with ASD also have a co-occurring intellectual disability.

Question 3

A functional behavior assessment (FBA) identifies that a child's self-injurious behavior is maintained by escape from demands. This is an example of which function of behavior?

Accepted Answer

Negative reinforcement

Answer

Escape-maintained behavior is negatively reinforced because the behavior removes or postpones an aversive stimulus (the demand).

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of a 'special interest' commonly associated with ASD?

Accepted Answer

An adolescent with an intensely focused, encyclopedic knowledge of train schedules

Answer

Highly restricted, fixated interests that are abnormal in intensity or focus are a hallmark feature of ASD.

Question 5

During a social skills group, a child with ASD stands very close to peers when talking despite repeated prompts to maintain personal space. This difficulty is related to:

Accepted Answer

Pragmatic language and nonverbal communication deficits

Answer

Difficulty using and understanding nonverbal social cues such as personal space reflects pragmatic communication deficits core to ASD.

(BCAT) Board Certified Autism Technician Practice Test

(BCAT) Board Certified Autism Technician Practice Test

BCAT Autism Spectrum Disorder Knowledge 3