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[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?

[FinB] Peter is teaching one of his clients to kick a ball. He places a ball in front of himself and a second ball in front of the client. Peter kicks the ball in front of him as the client looks. The client then kicks the ball in front of them. This is an example of which prompt?

The below question is the last question on this exam. After answering the question and BEFORE submitting the exam, please rip up your scratch paper in front of the camera.   [FinB] DeeDee has determined molding clay as an effective reinforcer for having her client fold laundry. DeeDee makes sure she is always using new, soft molding clay over older and harder clay that does not mold well. DeeDee is specifically attending to which parameter of reinforcement?