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BACB BCBA Exam - Topic 3 Question 65 Discussion

Once a stimulus has been determined to function as a reinforcer in a particular contingency, which of the following is likely to be true?
A) The reinforcer should be adjusted to vary during the observation period.
B) The reinforcer should be used with others in the immediate environment.
C) The effect of the reinforcer may strengthen with relevant deprivation.
D) The effect of the reinforcer will weaken if a variable interval schedule is used.

BACB BCBA Exam - Topic 3 Question 65 Discussion

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Question #: 65
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Once a stimulus has been determined to function as a reinforcer in a particular contingency, which of the following is likely to be true?

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Ben
8 months ago
B makes sense too, having multiple reinforcers can enhance the effect!
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Talia
8 months ago
A is interesting, but I think consistency is key for reinforcers.
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Sherron
9 months ago
Wait, so you're saying the reinforcer gets stronger with deprivation? That's wild!
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Catherin
9 months ago
I disagree with D. Variable intervals can still be effective!
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Melodie
9 months ago
C seems spot on! Deprivation definitely boosts reinforcer effectiveness.
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Brittney
9 months ago
I remember discussing how reinforcers can be influenced by the context, so maybe B is relevant too, but I’m not completely confident.
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Glenn
9 months ago
I practiced a similar question where the focus was on how reinforcers can lose their strength over time. I wonder if that relates to option D.
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Dacia
9 months ago
I'm not so sure about that. I feel like using a variable interval schedule could actually keep the reinforcer effective, but I can't recall the details.
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Lang
9 months ago
I think the answer might be C because I remember something about deprivation increasing the effectiveness of a reinforcer.
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Galen
9 months ago
Whoa, I'm a bit confused by this script. I'll need to re-read it a few times to understand what's happening.
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Chaya
9 months ago
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Alecia
9 months ago
I see third-party agencies mentioned, so integration with Creative Cloud seems important here.
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Rodolfo
10 months ago
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Jeffrey
1 year ago
I'm torn between B and C, but I guess C makes more sense since the question is about a single reinforcer, not using multiple reinforcers together.
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Myrtie
1 year ago
I'm going with C. Deprivation is a key factor in determining the reinforcing value of a stimulus.
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Jean
1 year ago
B could be right too, using the reinforcer with others in the environment can help strengthen its effects.
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Carlee
1 year ago
Hmm, interesting perspectives. It's important to consider all possibilities when determining the effectiveness of a reinforcer.
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Olga
1 year ago
I see your point, but I still think B is a good option. Using the reinforcer with others in the environment can help strengthen its effects.
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Helga
1 year ago
That makes sense, but I believe D is more accurate. The effect of the reinforcer will weaken if a variable interval schedule is used.
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Nieves
1 year ago
I think C is likely to be true, the effect of the reinforcer may strengthen with relevant deprivation.
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Lottie
1 year ago
D seems off to me. Using a variable interval schedule would actually maintain the reinforcer's effectiveness, not weaken it.
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Catherin
1 year ago
D) The effect of the reinforcer will weaken if a variable interval schedule is used.
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Dalene
1 year ago
C) The effect of the reinforcer may strengthen with relevant deprivation.
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Valene
1 year ago
B) The reinforcer should be used with others in the immediate environment.
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Craig
1 year ago
A) The reinforcer should be adjusted to vary during the observation period.
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Ruthann
1 year ago
D) The effect of the reinforcer will weaken if a variable interval schedule is used.
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Mel
1 year ago
C) The effect of the reinforcer may strengthen with relevant deprivation.
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Alison
1 year ago
B) The reinforcer should be used with others in the immediate environment.
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Kimberlie
1 year ago
A) The reinforcer should be adjusted to vary during the observation period.
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Mireya
1 year ago
I think C is the correct answer. The effect of a reinforcer is likely to be stronger when the individual is deprived of it, as they'll value it more.
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Barb
1 year ago
I think you're right, the effect of the reinforcer may strengthen with relevant deprivation.
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Barb
1 year ago
I agree, C sounds like the most logical choice.
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Mose
1 year ago
I'm not sure about that. I think it could also be D) The effect of the reinforcer will weaken if a variable interval schedule is used.
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Izetta
1 year ago
I agree with Heidy. When there is relevant deprivation, the reinforcer tends to have a stronger effect.
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Heidy
1 year ago
I think the answer is C) The effect of the reinforcer may strengthen with relevant deprivation.
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