[MidA] After conducting assessments of Cameron’s preferences, his behavior analyst determines that toy trains are Cameron’s most preferred item. Throughout January, the toy trains worked well to strengthen Cameron’s novel responses in the clinical setting. In February, however, Cameron’s rate of acquisition in the clinic drastically dropped. The behavior analyst discovered that Cameron had received a train set for his birthday at the end of January. Cameron’s parents report that Cameron loves waking up early to play with his trains before coming to the therapy clinic. Which of the following variables is most likely having an impact on the effectiveness of the reinforcer in this scenario?

[MidA] Rodrigo is an adult with a severe intellectual disability. He is learning how to make a sandwich. As they progress through the steps of a task analysis, Shari, his behavior analyst, says, “Open the refrigerator,” and places his hand on the handle of the refrigerator door. Rodrigo does not respond, so she places her hand on his and gently assists him in opening the door as she says, “Open the refrigerator” again. Which type of prompt Shari is using to teach Rodrigo?

One of your patients said they can’t get the flu shot because they are allergic to it.  When you investigate more, they say they are allergic to eggs.  But, they can eat cooked eggs and eggs in cake, etc.  True or False, they CANNOT take the flu vaccine?

After a tick bite in an Lyme endemic area, for prevention of Lyme’s disease a single  dose of _______________ may be offered to adults and children over 8.

[MidA] Marco, Fan, Yaritza, and Ted are participating in an escape room. Although Fan has been solving every clue, all of the participants advance through the escape room and eventually escape. Which type of reinforcement contingency is this an example of?

[MidB] Lucinda is a behavior analyst who is working with client, Zander, who often refuses to fold his laundry when asked by his mother. To increase compliance, Lucinda first asks Zander to put his hands in the air, jump up and down, and give a high-five, which are responses that Zander typically follows without hesitation. After Zander complies with these requests, Lucinda immediately presents the instruction, “Fold your laundry.” Which of the following teaching strategies is Lucinda using with Zander?

[MidB] Martha can brush her teeth on her own, but she often forgets to floss afterward. To increase the likelihood that she flosses, her mom places a flosser right next to Martha as soon as she finishes brushing her teeth. Each day, her mom gradually moves the flosser closer to its original spot in the drawer. Over time, Martha begins flossing on her own, even when the flosser is no longer placed near her. Which of the following is Martha’s mom using to evoke flossing?

[MidA] Marie, a behavior analyst, arranges several types of activities in front of her client Leon. Leon picks one toy and plays with it. Marie then returns the toy to the group and rearranges the toys in a new order for Leon to choose from again. Marie records which toy Leon selects each time and identifies his preferred toy. What type of preference assessment method is Marie using?

The below question is the last question on this exam. After answering the question and BEFORE submitting the exam, please rip up your scratch paper in front of the camera.   [MidB] Chris arranges to sit beside his client. He places a stuffed animal on the table and records whether the client picks it up. Next, Chris removes the stuffed animal and places a toy car on the table, recording whether the client grabs it. He continues to present various items one at a time and records the client’s responses. What type of preference assessment method is Chris using?

[MidB] Brad receives vocational therapy. Brad recently got a job, through vocational therapy, preparing boxes for shipping. Brad has learned to assemble items for shipping by putting specific items into boxes, sticking the stickers on the boxes, and taping the boxes shut. Currently, Brad completes about ten bags an hour. To increase Brad’s earnings and to help meet recommended quotas, the behavior analyst sets up a plan where Brad will receive enthusiastic praise if he completes at least 5 bags every 15 minutes. The behavior analyst is using which of the following?