BCBA Board Certified Behavior Analyst

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Question 1

A __________________ is derived from a descriptive analysis.

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  • Hypothesis

  • Statement of causation

  • Data-driven conclusion

  • Hypotenuse

Question 2

The behavior analyst reviews Sandra's data and concludes that her behavior is spontaneous; that is, it occurs randomly, and not as a result of any other event(s).

Which of the assumptions underlying behavior analysis has been violated in this interpretation?

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  • determinism

  • empiricism

  • philosophic doubt

  • parsimony

Question 3

One limitation of descriptive analysis is that it:

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  • does not allow the behavior analyst the opportunity to measure, record, and interpret the data on the target behavior.

  • does not permit the precise determination of functional relationships.

  • provides a less than adequate description of the topography and intensity of behavior.

  • violates the individual's right to privacy.