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A behavior analyst specializing in developmental disabilities is informed by a cousin at a family gathering that their 2-year-old child has just received a diagnosis of autism and severe intellectual disability. The cousin asks the behavior analyst for advice. Which statement BEST conforms to the ethical and professional standards for behavior analysts?

  1. It would be unprofessional and unethical for the behavior analyst to advise a relative.
  2. The behavior analyst can consult with their cousin, but only on an informal basis once the cousin hires their own behavior analyst.
  3. Early intensive behavioral intervention may suit the child and family. The behavior analyst should suggest some people for the cousin to contact.
  4. Tell the cousin that the child will benefit from behavioral intervention with the impact of the intervention depending on the specific treatment that is implemented.

Answer(s): C



From an ethical standpoint, which source provides the MOST appropriate information for justifying implementation of a program to change a person's behavior?

  1. daily reports from the direct care staff who work with the person routinely
  2. graphed data from the program staff who observe the person regularly
  3. written recommendations from the medical staff who treat the person on a regular basis
  4. written requests from the administrative staff who are ultimately responsible for the person's care

Answer(s): B



A behavior analyst develops a program that decreases a baby's crying when her diaper is soiled.
This is an example of

  1. development of a procedure to decrease maladaptive behaviors.
  2. differential reinforcement of alternative responses.
  3. extinction.
  4. misuse of a practitioner's ability to control behavior.

Answer(s): D



A behavior analyst is asked to review a point system to be used in an elementary school. According to the program, participation in extracurricular activities such as sports or choir is contingent upon earning "good citizen" points. "Good citizen" behaviors are clearly defined. Ethical standards should lead the behavior analyst to recommend which of the following with regard to earning extracurricular activities?

  1. Implement the contingency as designed.
  2. Modify the contingency to include points earned for academic performance.
  3. Obtain the consent of the students' parents.
  4. Require points to be earned outside the classroom.

Answer(s): C






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