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[FinB] A behavior analyst is working with a client who can readily label common classroom objects and locations. The behavior analyst is teaching the client to identify the functional use of these items, such as answering questions like, “Where do you put books?” or “What do you draw with?” Which of the following would be the most appropriate stimulus control transfer procedure to use?

[FinB] Hailey has been teaching Jude to ask for things when he wants them. She will prompt asking for juice after they’ve been running around on the playground outside, and to ask for crackers just prior to lunch time when Jude has not eaten in a few hours. Which basic element when teaching is Hailey using in this scenario?

[FinB] Jeremy engages in various problematic behaviors at home that often result in his parents yelling. After a few observations, the behavior analyst finds that the parents do not praise when Jeremy exhibits appropriate behaviors such as making his bed, putting away his toys, and putting his dishes in the dishwasher. The behavior analyst trains Jeremy to tell his parents when he completes appropriate tasks, and then trains his parents to give enthusiastic praise upon completion of these tasks. Which of the following strategies is the behavior analyst using to program for generalization?

[FinB] Jaden’s verbal skills are minimal, he often imitates dialogue he sees in videos and copies animal sounds during circle time. Which response form would be best suited for Jaden?

[FinB] Bao enjoys playing with a toy truck. The therapist holds the truck just out of reach, signs “truck,” and Bao imitates the sign. The therapist then gives him the truck. After multiple trials, Bao signs “truck” on his own when he wants to play. The behavior analyst is using which stimulus control transfer procedure?

[FinB] Gilly’s mom asks, “What’s your favorite color?” Gilly replies, “Turquoise.” Gilly has demonstrated which verbal operant in her repertoire?

[FinB] Alan’s teacher explains that students who raise their hand before speaking will get extra participation points. Alan starts raising his hand before speaking in class. This is an example of which of the following?

[FinB] Brian is at a coffee shop, he loves sweets and hasn’t had any in a while. When the barista asks, “Would you like anything for dessert?” Brian replies, “Coffee cake, please.” What antecedents are evoking Brian’s response?

[FinB] Bethany is working with a client to answer questions about everyday items. The client has a number of tacts in his repertoire, including items like chairs and desks. She points to a chair and says, “What’s something you sit in?” The client responds, “Chair.” Over time, Bethany fades out the visual cue and asks, “What’s something you sit in?” The client continues to answer correctly. Which stimulus control transfer procedure is Bethany using?

[FinB] Mark is teaching his dog to come to him when he calls. Mark begins by providing a small treat each time the dog ‘comes here’ within 5 seconds of being told. A few days later, Mark realizes he is running low on treats. To avoid having to go all the way to the store to buy more treats, Mark begins to just randomly provide a treat when the dog comes to him instead of every time he calls the dog. Which of the following strategies is Mark using to program for generalization?