Pearson RBT Practice Exam | Free 85 Questions (75 Scored + 10 Unscored)

Which of the following data collection methods records the amount of time a behavior occurs?

When recording frequency, you are:

Which measurement procedure divides an observation period into intervals and notes whether the behavior occurred at any time during each interval?

You want to measure how long it takes a child to comply after being given a direction. Which measure is most appropriate?

When using a continuous measurement procedure, which of the following would be used to measure how quickly a behavior occurs per unit of time?

Which data collection method measures the time between two consecutive occurrences of the target behavior?

When using momentary time sampling, data are recorded:

Which of the following is an example of discontinuous measurement?

In a 30-minute session, you record that behavior occurred 10 times. What type of data are you most likely reporting?

A teacher wants to keep track of how long it takes a student to start writing after directions are given. This is an example of:

The primary purpose of collecting ABC data is to:

Which of the following best describes a preference assessment?

A direct assessment method might include:

Which is an example of indirect assessment?

The main goal of a functional behavior assessment (FBA) is to:

During a preference assessment, multiple items are presented at the same time, and the client is free to interact with any items. This best describes a(n):

A RBT is asked to collect baseline data on a new behavior. The best approach is to:

Which of the following is a hallmark of discrete trial teaching (DTT)?

An example of a naturalistic teaching strategy is:

Which of the following is an example of forward chaining?

When a skill is broken down into smaller, teachable steps, this is called a:

Which prompt involves physically guiding the learner through the behavior?

Why is prompt fading important?

Which is an example of incidental teaching?

Most-to-least prompting refers to:

Which statement about shaping is true?

What is the first step when implementing a token economy?

Generalization involves:

Maintenance of a skill means:

Which is an example of using a visual prompt?

Backward chaining is best described as:

In discrete trial teaching, an SD (discriminative stimulus) is:

When planning a skill acquisition program, the first step is usually:

When using error correction in DTT, the immediate next step after an incorrect response is often to:

A functional communication training (FCT) program teaches a client to:

Which of the following is an example of an unconditioned reinforcer?

An example of a condition that might use discrete trial teaching would be:

Why would a BCBA incorporate both DTT and Naturalistic Environment Teaching (NET)?

A BCBA wants you to implement a task analysis. Your responsibility is to:

Extinction involves:

In a differential reinforcement of alternative behavior (DRA) procedure, you would:

Differential reinforcement of other behavior (DRO) involves:

Which of the following strategies is most likely to prevent problem behaviors?

A child frequently yells for attention. A function-based intervention might include:

Which is an example of escape extinction?

Punishment procedures should be used:

A behavior reduction plan should include all of the following EXCEPT:

Extinction bursts are characterized by:

Differential reinforcement of incompatible behavior (DRI) reinforces:

RBTs are expected to collect data:

An RBT receives a gift from a client’s family worth a significant amount. The best response is to:

Response blocking is a procedure in which:

When should an RBT update the BCBA on the client’s progress?

If you make an error in documentation, you should:

When asked to perform a task outside of your RBT scope of practice, you should:

One key to effectively reducing problem behavior is to:

Which of the following best describes objective session notes?

Professional boundaries between an RBT and a client’s family include:

If an RBT suspects abuse or neglect, they should:

What is the RBT’s role in service delivery?

Why is it important to follow the BACB’s Ethics Code for RBTs?

You are working with Maria, who often engages in hand-flapping when excited. You have been asked to collect frequency data on this behavior during a 30-minute session. During one session, Maria flaps his hands 15 times in total. How should you accurately document this behavior for your data collection?

You’re setting up a preference assessment for Daniel, who is non-vocal. You simultaneously place five items (a plush toy, a puzzle, a spinner, a ball, and a coloring book) on the table. You allow Daniel to engage freely with any items he chooses. Which method of preference assessment are you using?

Olivia frequently rips worksheets to escape from non-preferred tasks. As part of the behavior intervention plan, you are instructed not to allow him to avoid or delay the activity by ripping. Instead, you calmly replace the worksheet and continue teaching. What procedure is being used in this scenario?

While on a lunch break, your colleague starts discussing a client’s tantrum behaviors in detail with you in the break room, where other people (not on the ABA team) can overhear. How should you respond?

Maria frequently interrupts instruction by calling out answers. The behavior plan states that if Maria raises her hand and waits to be called on (appropriate behavior), she gets access to a sticker. If she blurts out, no sticker or attention is given to that behavior. Which differential reinforcement procedure is being used?

You notice you made a mistake on your data sheet— you wrote down 5 instances of aggression, but upon re-checking, it was actually 6. Your company policy states that any corrections should be made clearly with a single line and an initial. What is the proper way to correct your documentation?

Your client’s parent invites you to their child’s birthday party at a local amusement park on a weekend. You have a close working relationship but are concerned about maintaining professionalism.

Alex is learning to wash his hands. The behavior plan involves having Alex master each step one by one, starting from turning on the faucet independently before moving on to wetting hands, applying soap, etc. Which type of chaining procedure is being used?

During snack time, you notice Andrea wants a cookie on the table. You hold the cookie and say, “What do you want?” Andrea says, “Cookie,” and you immediately hand it to her. You do this a few more times throughout the snack to encourage her to make a request. Which strategy are you implementing?

You are working at the table with Sam. You show a flashcard of a dog and say, “What is it?” Sam says, “Dog,” and you give him a token. You repeat this procedure with multiple flashcards. The session is highly structured, with clear instructions and immediate feedback. What type of teaching method is being used?

Sarah rarely speaks above a whisper. Her BCBA creates a program to reinforce progressively louder vocalizations. First, Sarah receives a small reward for making any vocal sound. Next, only louder sounds are rewarded, and whispering is no longer reinforced. Which skill acquisition technique is being implemented?

Faiza has mastered identifying colors during structured sessions. Now, you occasionally ask her to name colors during daily activities (like picking out colored cups) to ensure she retains the skill over time. What are you working on with Faiza?

Ken has learned to greet people by saying “Hello” to his teacher in the classroom. You now practice greeting new people in different settings, like neighbors at the park or a cashier at the grocery store. What principle is being targeted here?

Brianna frequently tears up her assignments during homework time to avoid doing the work. The plan instructs you to replace her homework sheet and continue to prompt completion calmly. You do not allow her to avoid or delay the task by tearing the paper. What behavior reduction strategy is being implemented?

You’re assigned to collect information about Rosa’s problem behavior, but you cannot observe her in person today. Instead, you schedule a meeting with Rosa’s parents and teachers to gather information about her behavior, what happens before it, and what follows it. Which type of assessment are you conducting?

Your BCBA asks you to measure how many times Chris hits the table. You observe for exactly 10 minutes. Chris hits the table 5 times within that period. If you simply recorded the total number of hits (5), you’d be measuring frequency. If you wanted “hits per minute,” which measurement would that be?

You’re monitoring Sarah’s off-task behavior over a 20-minute period divided into 10-second intervals. If Sarah is off-task at any time during each 10-second interval, you mark that interval as “off-task.” What type of measurement system are you using?

You have a timer set for every 30 seconds while monitoring Xavier’s vocal stereotypy. The timer beeps, and you check if Xavier is engaging in vocal stereotypy at that exact moment. If he is, you mark it as occurring. Which data collection method does this describe?

During a session, you instruct Samuel, “Pick up your plate and put it in the sink.” You start the stopwatch the moment you give the instruction and stop it as soon as he begins to follow the directions. You want to see how quickly he complies. Which measurement are you using?

Your BCBA asks you for the session data from the past week to review progress on a new behavior intervention plan. You’ve been collecting the data each day, but you haven’t consolidated it yet.

While organizing data sheets, you notice that the client’s file was left open on a table in the clinic’s lobby. Several parents and staff members pass by regularly. What should you do to protect confidentiality?

In your session notes, you wrote, “Adam was mad and acted out.” Your BCBA says this doesn’t sound objective. She wants a clear description of what actually happened. How could you revise your notes to be more objective?

You have been working with a client for a year, and the client’s parent invites you to a family barbecue at their home. Your agency discourages dual relationships outside of therapy. What is the most appropriate response?

A parent requests that you implement a new feeding protocol involving nutritional supplements, but you have not received instructions or training from your BCBA. As an RBT, what is the most appropriate action?