Behavior Reduction Practice Test

Functions of Behavior • 24 Questions

The Behavior Reduction domain covers approximately 20% of the RBT exam. This section tests your understanding of why problem behaviors occur and how to safely and ethically reduce them under BCBA supervision. Study the behavior reduction task list for complete details.

You will need to understand the four functions of behavior (attention, escape, tangible, automatic), differential reinforcement procedures (DRA, DRO, DRI, DRL), extinction, antecedent manipulations, and crisis/emergency procedures. Always remember that behavior reduction must be implemented under BCBA supervision. Use our flashcards to master these key terms.

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Key Terms to Know

Function of Behavior

The purpose behavior serves: attention, escape, tangible, or automatic

Extinction

Withholding reinforcement that previously maintained a behavior

DRA

Differential Reinforcement of Alternative behavior - reinforcing an appropriate alternative

DRO

Differential Reinforcement of Other behavior - reinforcing absence of problem behavior

Antecedent Manipulation

Modifying the environment before behavior occurs to prevent problems

Replacement Behavior

An appropriate behavior that serves the same function as the problem behavior

Functional Assessment

Process of identifying the function of problem behavior

Response Cost

Removing a reinforcer after problem behavior occurs

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