BACB BCBA Exam - Topic 9 Question 123 Discussion

Actual exam question for BACB's BCBA exam

Question #: 123
Topic #: 9

If a client exhibits problem behaviors throughout the day and evenings regardless of what is going on in the environment and what activities he/she is participating in, which would be the BEST way to reduce the high frequency and increase latency?

AUse a differential reinforcement procedure for the absence of problem behaviors for an amount of time with a high magnitude reinforcer as a reward.

BUse a high magnitude punishment procedure every time he/she exhibits the problem behavior.

CUse a low magnitude punishment procedure every time he/she exhibits the problem behavior.

DUse a fixed ratio reinforcer every time he/she exhibits appropriate behavior.

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Suggested Answer: A

by Sharen at Apr 04, 2026, 02:59 AM

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Skye

18 days ago

Totally agree, positive reinforcement is key!

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Son

23 days ago

I think A is the best choice. Reinforcement works better!

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Justine

1 month ago

I’m a bit confused about the differences between the options. I thought high magnitude punishment could lead to more issues, but I can't recall why exactly.

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Virgie

2 months ago

I feel like I've seen a question like this before, and I think using a fixed ratio reinforcer might not address the problem behaviors effectively.

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Roselle

2 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I remember something about punishment not being as effective in the long run. Maybe options B and C aren't the best choices?

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Teddy

2 months ago

I think option A sounds familiar from our practice questions. Differential reinforcement seems like a good way to encourage positive behavior.

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