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BACB BCBA Exam - Topic 9 Question 123 Discussion

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?
A) Use a differential reinforcement procedure for the absence of problem behaviors for an amount of time with a high magnitude reinforcer as a reward.
B) Use a high magnitude punishment procedure every time he/she exhibits the problem behavior.
C) Use a low magnitude punishment procedure every time he/she exhibits the problem behavior.
D) Use a fixed ratio reinforcer every time he/she exhibits appropriate behavior.

BACB BCBA Exam - Topic 9 Question 123 Discussion

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Question #: 123
Topic #: 9
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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?

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

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Carey
I think A is the best choice.
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Selma
5 days ago
A sounds good, but what if the client doesn't respond to rewards?
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Erick
10 days ago
B and C seem too harsh, we need to focus on positive strategies.
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Julio
15 days ago
Really? I’m not sure if just reinforcement will cut it.
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Skye
2 months ago
Totally agree, positive reinforcement is key!
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Son
2 months ago
I think A is the best choice. Reinforcement works better!
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Justine
3 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.
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Virgie
3 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
3 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
3 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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