FREE BCABA Principles and Concepts Questions and Answers
Which of the following best defines behavior in applied behavior analysis (ABA)?
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In ABA, behavior refers to any action that can be observed and measured, distinguishing it from internal states like emotions.
What is the primary purpose of reinforcement?
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Reinforcement strengthens behavior by providing a consequence that follows and encourages the behavior's recurrence.
Which concept describes removing an aversive stimulus to increase a behavior?
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Negative reinforcement involves removing or reducing an aversive stimulus after a behavior, increasing the behavior's future occurrence.
What is the difference between punishment and reinforcement?
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Reinforcement strengthens behavior, while punishment weakens it by introducing or removing stimuli.
What does the term "antecedent" refer to in ABA?
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Antecedents are events or conditions that occur immediately before a behavior and may trigger it.