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[U2Q] Jasmine, a behavior analyst, is conducting a functional analysis for a middle school student who is partially deaf. Jasmine assigns one therapist to always run the attention condition and a different therapist to always run the demand condition. Which procedural guideline is Jasmine following during the functional analysis?

[U2Q] During a functional analysis session, Jose, a behavior analyst, provides frequent attention and unrestricted access to preferred toys and activities. When Liam engages in vocal outbursts, Jose continues interacting with her during play. Which functional analysis condition is Jose running?

[U2Q] Which of the following is an example of an A-B functional analysis?

[U2Q] To determine whether escape from difficult workbook activities maintains Sam’s classroom disruptions, what should the behavior analyst do before the behavior occurs to test this function?

[U2Q] Which of the following describes an A-B functional analysis?

[U2Q] Based on the data provided, what is the most likely function of throwing?

[U4Q] Harry is working with a client who is terrified of certain types of dogs. After identifying the breeds most likely to trigger a reaction, Harry introduces the dog breed least likely to cause distress. Once the client remains calm, Harry introduces another breed on the list. This process continues until the client can stay calm in the presence of all of the listed breeds. Which antecedent intervention is Harry using?

[U4Q] Helga’s tutor assist her with vocabulary homework. Typically, Helga sits with her arms crossed and refuses to answer questions. Her tutor offers her options to engage in a matching game, a crossword puzzle, or a “I want to yell the answer” game. Helga chooses, “I want to yell the answer!” Which antecedent intervention is the tutor using?

[U4Q] At the mall, David yells for snacks during long waits. To prevent yelling, David’s mom gives him a mini-snack every 15 minutes while they shop. Which antecedent intervention is this?

[U4Q] During craft time, Ms. Nguyen sees siblings Jake and Maya fight over the single paint set. She adds brushes, sponges, and stamps to the art table, giving more options for all children. Conflicts drop dramatically. Which antecedent intervention is Ms. Nguyen using?