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[FinA] In a social skills program, Jonah earns a token if he uses a greeting that he has not used before. For example, if he previously said “hi” and “hello,” and now says “what’s up,” he earns a token. If he repeats a greeting, he does not receive a token. Which strategy is the behavior analyst using to promote generalization?

[FinA] Marsha loves chips and fruit gummies, which the behavior analyst confirmed were the top two preferred foods when they assessed Marsha’s preferences. The behavior analyst is assessing which of the two foods functions as a reinforcer and/or is more effective as a reinforcer by giving Marsha the option of completing two tasks made available to her simultaneously. If Marsha matches identical farm animals, she gets a chip. If she matches identical sea animals, she gets a fruit gummy. After the analysis, the behavior analyst determined that Marsha spent most of her time matching the identical sea animals. Which of the following assessments did the behavior analyst use?

[FinA] Miguel was taught to greet his teacher by saying “hello” during morning arrival at school. One day during a community outing, Miguel independently said “hello” to the cashier at a store. His parents also report that he greets neighbors by saying “hello” when they walk by during evening walks. Which of the following principles does this scenario demonstrate?

[FinA] Liam is sitting in bed during a thunderstorm. Thunder crashes outside and Liam says, “That’s loud!” Liam has demonstrated which verbal operant in his repertoire?

[FinA] Davis sits across the table from his client. He puts a puzzle on the table and records whether his client grabs it to play with it. Next, Davis removes the puzzle and places a block of molding clay in front of the client and records whether his client grabs it. He continues to present a variety of different items and records whether or not his client approaches each item. What type of preference assessment method is Davis using?

[FinA] Jessika wants to prepare Kim to transition into a mainstream classroom. She has mastered all of her programs and goals in the 1:1 setting, but is having trouble engaging in the mastered targets in the mainstream setting. Jessika programs to run trials in Kim’s home, at summer camp, and at various other settings where she frequently goes.She wants her to get as many opportunities as possible to practice before transitioning into the classroom. Which teaching method would be best for the behavior analyst to use and why?

[FinA] Monica has been inside all day. She finally gets to go to the park. She runs to the swing and sits on it. Monica hears her mother say, “Ready…Set…” and Monica says, “Go!” Monica’s mother gives her a big push on the swing. What antecedents are evoking Monica’s response?

[FinA] Diane is a new client on Joe’s caseload and currently has no communication skills. She does not have a vocal imitation repertoire and often points to items she wants or needs at home. She has difficulty with small manipulations and tasks requiring fine motor skills. The staff at the group home where she lives want to better understand her and have requested that Joe teach her to communicate. Which response form would be best for Joe to select?

[FinA] Lena was taught to greet others by saying “Hi” when someone entered the room. Lena went camping with her parents for a week. Following her return Lena was observed to say “Hi” when a new student walked into the classroom. Which of the following principles does this scenario best exemplify?

[FinA] Beatriz loves playing with bubbles but does not yet independently request them. During a session, the behavior analyst holds up a bottle of bubbles and blows a few into the air. Beatriz excitedly reaches for the bubbles. If the behavior analyst is using a stimulus control transfer procedure, what should the behavior analyst do next?