Discuss BACB BCBA Exam Topic 9 Question 123

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.

Suggested Answer: A

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20 comments · newest first

Kerry 1 month ago

Makes sense. I feel more confident about A now.

Carey 1 month ago

Yes, A encourages lasting change.

Candra 2 months ago

D is good, but A has a stronger impact.

Kerry 2 months ago

I see your point. What about D?

Carey 2 months ago

Exactly, A builds a better environment.

Candra 2 months ago

Punishment can create more problems.

Kerry 2 months ago

But what about B? Isn't punishment effective?

Candra 2 months ago

I agree, positive reinforcement works better.

Carey 3 months ago

It focuses on reinforcing good behavior.

Kerry 3 months ago

Why A?

Carey 3 months ago

I think A is the best choice.

Selma 3 months ago

A sounds good, but what if the client doesn't respond to rewards?

Erick 3 months ago

B and C seem too harsh, we need to focus on positive strategies.

Julio 4 months ago

Really? I’m not sure if just reinforcement will cut it.

Skye 5 months ago

Totally agree, positive reinforcement is key!

Son 5 months ago

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

Justine 6 months 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.

Virgie 6 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.

Roselle 6 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?

Teddy 6 months ago

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

BACB BCBA Exam - Topic 9 Question 123 Discussion