RBT Assessment 5

Question 1

When conducting a paired stimulus (forced-choice) preference assessment, how many items are presented at a time?

Accepted Answer

Two

Answer

In a paired stimulus preference assessment, two items are presented simultaneously and the client selects one, which is then recorded as preferred in that pairing.

Question 2

An RBT records data on a client's tantrum behavior using whole interval recording. What does this method MOST likely do to frequency estimates?

Accepted Answer

Underestimate the behavior

Answer

Whole interval recording only marks a behavior if it occurs throughout the entire interval, so brief or intermittent behaviors are often missed, leading to underestimates.

Question 3

Which assessment approach requires the RBT to directly observe the client in their natural environment without manipulating antecedents or consequences?

Accepted Answer

ABC (antecedent-behavior-consequence) recording

Answer

ABC recording involves directly observing and recording naturally occurring antecedents, behaviors, and consequences without experimental manipulation.

Question 4

During a skills assessment, an RBT presents tasks across multiple domains. The client refuses all tasks and begins crying. What is the BEST immediate action?

Accepted Answer

End the session and document the client's refusal and emotional state

Answer

The RBT should stop the assessment to protect client wellbeing, document what occurred, and report to the BCBA for guidance on next steps.

Question 5

A client's reinforcer effectiveness appears to be decreasing over the course of a session. This phenomenon is BEST described as:

Accepted Answer

Satiation

Answer

Satiation occurs when a reinforcer loses its effectiveness due to repeated or excessive exposure, reducing the client's motivation to work for it.

RBT Practice Test

RBT Practice Test

RBT Assessment 5