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RBT Behavior Reduction Test #2 3 Flashcards

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  1. Which behavior reduction strategy involves reinforcing lower rates of problem behavior to gradually reduce it to zero?

    Answer: DRL

    Differential reinforcement of low rates (DRL) delivers reinforcement when the behavior occurs at or below a specified criterion, gradually lowering the criterion over time. It is appropriate when the goal is to reduce rather than completely eliminate a behavior.

  2. An antecedent-based intervention that removes the motivating operation for problem behavior is called:

    Answer: Non-contingent reinforcement (NCR)

    Non-contingent reinforcement delivers the maintaining reinforcer on a time-based (not behavior-based) schedule, which abolishes the motivating operation for problem behavior. Because reinforcement is freely available, engaging in the problem behavior provides no extra benefit.

  3. What is the key difference between DRA and FCT?

    Answer: FCT specifically teaches a communicative response as the replacement behavior; DRA may use any alternative behavior

    Both DRA and FCT reinforce an alternative behavior, but FCT specifically teaches a communication response (verbal, signed, or AAC) that replaces the problem behavior and serves the same function. DRA may use any alternative behavior, not necessarily communicative.

  4. Planned ignoring is most appropriate when a behavior is maintained by:

    Answer: Attention from others

    Planned ignoring is a form of extinction for attention-maintained behavior — by withholding all attention (including eye contact, verbal responses, and physical proximity) following the behavior, the behavior no longer produces its maintaining reinforcer.

  5. Which of the following is a potential side effect of extinction?

    Answer: Extinction burst and increased aggression

    Common side effects of extinction include an extinction burst (temporary increase in behavior), increased aggression, and spontaneous recovery. Caregivers must be educated about these side effects to prevent abandoning the procedure prematurely.

  6. Response blocking involves:

    Answer: Physically preventing the problem behavior from being completed

    Response blocking is a behavior reduction technique in which the practitioner physically prevents the client from completing the problem behavior. It is often used for self-injurious behavior and should be implemented with caution due to potential reinforcement of the blocking interaction.