BACB Exam BCBA Topic 7 Question 112 Discussion

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Question #: 112
Topic #: 7

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Which schedule of reinforcement is most effective at maintaining behaviors?

AContinuous reinforcement

BIntermittent reinforcement

CExtinction

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by Brande at Jun 12, 2025, 12:13 PM

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Glynda

12 days ago

Intermittent reinforcement, for sure. It's like a box of chocolates - you never know what you're gonna get!

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Chauncey

13 hours ago

I agree, continuous reinforcement can get boring. Intermittent keeps me on my toes.

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Slyvia

5 days ago

Intermittent reinforcement is definitely the way to go. Keeps things interesting!

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Franklyn

12 days ago

I prefer continuous reinforcement because I like to know I will be rewarded every time.

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Selma

14 days ago

Definitely B. Intermittent reinforcement. Keeps 'em coming back for more, like a game show host with a big prize!

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Nydia

2 days ago

I've heard that intermittent reinforcement is more effective in the long run, it really keeps the behavior going.

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Sue

5 days ago

I think continuous reinforcement can be too predictable, intermittent keeps things interesting.

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Ligia

7 days ago

I agree, intermittent reinforcement is like a mystery box that keeps you guessing.

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Joanna

20 days ago

I agree with Yaeko, intermittent reinforcement keeps me motivated.

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Yaeko

21 days ago

I think intermittent reinforcement is most effective.

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Irma

29 days ago

Intermittent reinforcement? That's like the slot machine of behavior, isn't it? Count me in!

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Ria

15 days ago

C) Extinction

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Leatha

21 days ago

B) Intermittent reinforcement

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Rupert

25 days ago

A) Continuous reinforcement

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Albina

1 months ago

Hmm, I think B) Intermittent reinforcement is the way to go. Keep 'em guessing, you know?

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Desire

17 days ago

I've heard that intermittent reinforcement is great for maintaining behaviors long-term.

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Valentin

21 days ago

I think continuous reinforcement can be effective too, but it depends on the situation.

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Lynda

25 days ago

I agree, intermittent reinforcement keeps them on their toes.

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