Joe describes himself as being addicted to video games. He is told that if he does not complete his chores,
he will lose access to his computer. On Monday, he refuses to complete his chores and he loses access to
his computer for 2 days. From Tuesday on, Joe's refusals cease. The change in Joe's behavior is MOST
likely to be the result of.

• A.compliance training.
• B.contingency contracting.
• C.an aversive procedure.
• D.negative punishment.

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A child is exhibiting tantrum behaviors. You believe the tantrum is occurring for your attention. You therefore ignore the tantrum until it ceases while continuing daily activities. You note that the tantrums decrease over time. This is an example of:

• A.Extinction
• B.Time-out
• C.Positive punishment
• D.Establishing operations

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In behavior analysis, the __________________ is usually __________________.

• A.Independent variable; implemented before the baseline measure
• B.Dependent variable; a measure of behavior
• C.Baseline measure; unrelated to the behavior
• D.Independent variable; a measure of behavior

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Data were collected on the percentage of intervals at the end of which Thomas was present at his workstation. Which is the BEST method for displaying these data?

• A.scatterplot
• B.standard behavior (semilogarithmic) chart
• C.cumulative record
• D.equal-interval line graph

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Which situation is the BEST example of contingency-shaped behavior?

• A.Dean is able to change the scale on a computerized graph after reading "how to" instructions.
• B.Billy's mother tells him not to touch the stove because he could burn himself. Billy does not touch the stove.
• C.A task analysis is used to teach Lilly how to clean her room.
• D.Jennifer sees a candy bar and she mands for it. Jennifer's sister gives her the candy bar and she eats it.

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