BACB Exam BCABA Topic 2 Question 67 Discussion

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Question #: 67
Topic #: 2

Which of the following is an example of conditioned punishment?

ALarry grabbed for the stimulus materials during therapy and receives a hard hand slap. He is less likely to grab for stimulus materials in the future.

BA failure-to-thrive baby receives a spray of lemon juice in the mouth after gagging. She is less likely to gag, and subsequently ruminate, in the future.

CA toddler sticks his finger in a power outlet and receives a shock. He is likely to never touch an outlet again.

DLucy speaks out in class without raising her hand. The teacher reprimands her verbally. Lucy is less likely to speak without raising her hand in the future.

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Suggested Answer: C

by Katina at Mar 24, 2023, 07:48 PM

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Junita

4 days ago

Haha, I can totally relate to the toddler and the power outlet! That's a classic example of conditioned punishment right there. Zap, and no more outlet-touching!

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