BCBA Experimental Design & Measurement Flashcards

What is the primary purpose of a multiple baseline design?

Answer: To show experimental control across settings

A multiple baseline design is used to demonstrate the effect of an intervention across different behaviors, settings, or individuals without withdrawing treatment.

Which type of measurement is used to track the number of times a behavior occurs?

Answer: Frequency

Frequency is a type of continuous measurement that records how many times a specific behavior occurs.

What is the function of a reversal (ABAB) design in experimental research?

Answer: To show a functional relationship by withdrawing intervention

A reversal design introduces and withdraws the intervention to demonstrate a functional relationship between the independent and dependent variables.

Which measurement dimension refers to how long a behavior lasts?

Answer: Duration

Duration measures the total amount of time that a behavior occurs from beginning to end.

What is the key advantage of using permanent product measurement?

Answer: Allows measurement after behavior has occurred

Permanent product measurement allows for data collection to occur after the behavior has happened by evaluating the outcome or product.

Which of the following best defines reliability in behavioral measurement?

Answer: Consistency of measurement

Reliability refers to the consistency of measurement across different observers or repeated measurements.