RBT RBT Reinforcement Strategies 4

Question 1

A client earns a token after every 5 correct responses, which can later be exchanged for a preferred item. This is an example of which reinforcement system?

Accepted Answer

Token economy

Answer

A token economy uses conditioned reinforcers (tokens) that are exchanged for backup reinforcers after accumulation.

Question 2

When a reinforcer loses its effectiveness because the client has had too much of it in a short period, this is called:

Accepted Answer

Satiation

Answer

Satiation occurs when repeated access to a reinforcer reduces its value as a motivating operation.

Question 3

An RBT delivers praise immediately every time a client completes a puzzle. After several sessions, the client independently starts puzzles more often. The praise is functioning as:

Accepted Answer

A positive reinforcer

Answer

Praise is a positive reinforcer because it follows behavior and increases the future frequency of that behavior.

Question 4

Which schedule of reinforcement produces the highest and most consistent rate of responding?

Accepted Answer

Variable ratio

Answer

Variable ratio schedules produce high, steady response rates because reinforcement is unpredictable, which prevents pausing after reinforcement.

Question 5

A client dislikes loud music. When they complete a task, the RBT turns off the loud music. Completing the task increases over time. This is:

Accepted Answer

Negative reinforcement

Answer

Negative reinforcement involves removing an aversive stimulus (loud music) contingent on behavior, which increases that behavior.

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RBT RBT Reinforcement Strategies 4