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You are speaking with the parents of a child recently diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Patients with ASD show several key characteristics. Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of ASD you should educate the parents about?

[U7Q] Even though apples have functioned as a reinforcer for the child in the past, the BCBA still conducts a preference assessment prior to each session. This example highlights which philosophical assumption underlying radical behaviorism?

[U7Q] Lola is a behavior analyst who works with a client who has hired an art therapist. During an interdisciplinary treatment team meeting, the art therapist describes her work with the client they share. Which of the following describes the best course of action for Lola, as a “good” behavior analyst? When the art therapist describes her work ___.

John is a six-year-old child recently diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). His mother asks if he will have this condition for the rest of his life. What is the best response?

[U7Q] During a dinner with friends, a news story about a parent stealing food from a local grocery store comes up. Which of the following is an explanation of the parent’s personal values from the perspective of a radical behaviorist?

[U7Q] Throughout training with a group home, the BCBA continued to reference the target behavior SIB with the staff. During the training, the staff reported that any time the learner slapped or hit themselves during a session, it should be considered SIB since it is happening to their “self.” The BCBA states that SIB can only be counted if there is redness or injury. This scenario is an example of which challenge to the use of words by a behavior analyst?

[U4Q] At the entrance of the community center, Lin clicks a tally counter each time someone walks in for the annual health fair. This is an example of ___ observation.

[U4Q] Kiera is a new data collector at a wildlife research center. During an observation session, her supervisor stands at a distance and records the same bird‑feeding behaviors that Kiera is tracking. The supervisor wants to ensure Kiera can reliably take data before assigning her to independent field work. Kiera uses her clipboard and stopwatch throughout the session, and the supervisor uses a separate data sheet to record the same events. Afterward, they compare their data and find 97% agreement across all recorded behaviors, which is above the center’s established standards. Given this scenario, which of the following demonstrates the reliability of the observation?

[U7Q] Which of the following statements represents the most absolutist position on a moral or ethical code?

A patient with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is about to be treated with atomoxetine. The patient asks you how the drug works. What is the best response to the patient?