Discuss BACB BCABA Exam Topic 3 Question 127

A behavior analyst responsible for the evaluation of a behavior change program has been unable to get others to collect data on the targeted behaviors. The others involved, including other service providers, are relying on personal anecdotes and questionnaires to evaluate the effectiveness of the program. The primary consumer reports satisfaction with the results so far. To evaluate the program, the behavior analyst should:

Acheck the reliability from the questionnaire's information.

Bconduct formal interviews to supplement the available information.

Cobtain data on the targeted behaviors.

Duse available information only.

Suggested Answer: C

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21 comments · newest first

Evan 2 days ago

I’m leaning towards C too.

Carrol 7 days ago

Exactly, C gives us that.

Christiane 12 days ago

Still, we need solid evidence.

Nelida 17 days ago

True, but they can provide context.

Evan 22 days ago

I feel like personal anecdotes can be misleading.

Luisa 28 days ago

Interviews can help, but they’re not enough.

Christiane 1 month ago

But what about option B?

Luisa 1 month ago

I agree, data is crucial.

Carrol 1 month ago

We need actual data, not just stories.

Nelida 2 months ago

Why C?

Carrol 2 months ago

I think option C is best.

Evan 2 months ago

This question is tricky.

Vincent 2 months ago

But what if the primary consumer is just being nice?

Leonida 2 months ago

Totally agree, option C is the way to go!

Twana 2 months ago

Wait, relying on anecdotes? That sounds risky!

Catarina 3 months ago

I think checking the reliability is important too.

Laticia 3 months ago

Gotta collect actual data on those behaviors!

Stephane 3 months ago

I’m a bit torn. While I see the value in option B for gathering more context, I still think we need solid data, so C might be the best choice.

Pamella 3 months ago

I practiced a similar question, and I think the best approach is to gather direct data on the behaviors. It seems like option C is the way to go.

Rolf 3 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I feel like relying on personal anecdotes isn't enough. Maybe option A could help validate the questionnaires?

Junita 4 months ago

I remember we discussed the importance of collecting objective data in our last class. I think option C makes the most sense here.

BACB BCABA Exam - Topic 3 Question 127 Discussion