BCAT Behavior Reduction Strategies 5

Question 1

A technician notices that a learner's problem behavior has not decreased after 4 weeks of implementing a behavior reduction plan with high fidelity. The technician should:

Accepted Answer

Continue the current plan and document the lack of progress to report to the BCBA

Answer

The technician should document lack of progress and report it to the BCBA, who is responsible for evaluating and modifying the intervention plan.

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of differential reinforcement of low rates of behavior (DRL)?

Accepted Answer

Providing reinforcement only when the learner asks for breaks fewer than 3 times per hour

Answer

DRL reinforces the behavior when it occurs at or below a specified criterion rate, making it useful for reducing but not eliminating behaviors that are acceptable at low frequencies.

Question 3

A learner engages in repetitive questioning (verbal behavior maintained by attention). The technician is instructed to deliver brief attention on a fixed-time 2-minute schedule regardless of whether questioning occurs. Over time, the questioning is expected to decrease because:

Accepted Answer

The motivating operation for attention-seeking behavior is reduced by the free delivery of attention

Answer

NCR reduces the establishing operation for attention-seeking by providing attention on a time-based schedule, thereby diminishing the value of attention as a reinforcer for problem behavior.

Question 4

A behavior support plan includes a 'precorrection' strategy before lunch. The technician verbally reviews expectations with the learner 2 minutes before the transition. Precorrection is designed to:

Accepted Answer

Prompt appropriate behavior before a high-risk antecedent occurs

Answer

Precorrection involves prompting or reminding a learner of expected behavior before a context in which problem behavior is likely, functioning as a proactive antecedent strategy.

Question 5

A learner's SIB escalates during a behavior reduction plan that uses planned ignoring. The technician observes the behavior is now at dangerous levels. The BEST immediate action is to:

Accepted Answer

Ensure the learner is safe, stop the session if necessary, and immediately contact the BCBA

Answer

When a learner's safety is at risk during a behavior plan, the technician must prioritize safety and immediately notify the supervising BCBA.

(BCAT) Board Certified Autism Technician Practice Test

(BCAT) Board Certified Autism Technician Practice Test

BCAT Behavior Reduction Strategies 5