RBT Documentation and Reporting Test #4 2

Question 1

In ABA, a "probe" session is used to:

Accepted Answer

Test performance on a skill without providing prompts or corrections

Answer

A probe session assesses whether the client can perform a skill independently, without assistance or feedback. Probe data tell the team whether the skill has been acquired, whether it is maintaining, and whether it is generalizing to new conditions.

Question 2

Which of the following is the correct formula for calculating percent correct from trial data?

Accepted Answer

(Correct responses / Total trials) × 100

Answer

Percent correct is calculated by dividing the number of correct responses by the total number of trials and multiplying by 100. This formula converts raw trial counts into a standardized percentage that can be compared across sessions of different lengths.

Question 3

A "mastery criterion" in a skill acquisition program specifies:

Accepted Answer

The performance level the client must reach for a skill to be considered learned

Answer

A mastery criterion defines the specific performance standard (e.g., 80% correct across 3 consecutive sessions with two therapists) that must be met before a skill is considered acquired. It provides an objective benchmark for clinical decision-making.

Question 4

Which of the following best describes "variability" in behavioral data?

Accepted Answer

Fluctuation in the level of behavior from session to session

Answer

Variability refers to the degree to which data points fluctuate around the mean or trend line. High variability makes it difficult to identify a clear trend or determine the effect of an intervention, and may indicate inconsistent implementation or unstable conditions.

Question 5

Why is it important to document the reinforcers used in each session?

Accepted Answer

To allow the BCBA to track reinforcer effectiveness and rotate items to prevent satiation

Answer

Documenting reinforcers used helps the BCBA monitor whether specific items continue to function as reinforcers over time. Satiation can reduce reinforcer effectiveness, so rotating reinforcers based on session records is an important part of maintaining treatment efficacy.

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RBT Documentation and Reporting Test #4 2