Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) for Classroom Management

Question 1

The primary purpose of conducting a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) is:

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To understand the environmental factors that trigger challenging behaviors

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To assess the student's intellectual abilities

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To recommend immediate disciplinary actions

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To evaluate the student's progress in meeting academic goals

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a method used to gather data during an FBA?

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Formal standardized testing

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Direct observations of the student's behavior

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Student self-reporting through interviews or questionnaires

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Interviews with individuals familiar with the student (e.g., parents, teachers)

Question 3

In an FBA, the hypothesis statement should be:

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Specific and testable, focusing on the relationship between antecedents and behaviors

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Vague and general, assigning blame to a particular individual

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Solely focused on describing the student's behavior, without considering antecedents

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Written in highly technical language that may be difficult to understand

Question 4

The primary objective of intervention strategies developed from an FBA is to:

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Teach the student new skills and prosocial behaviors

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Eliminate the challenging behavior completely

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Punish the student for engaging in challenging behaviors

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Simply manage the challenging behavior without addressing its underlying causes

Question 5

A Functional Analysis of Behavior (FAB) is:

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A specialized type of FBA that identifies the specific function or purpose of a challenging behavior

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A simple checklist or survey used to assess behavior

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An instrument designed to measure the severity of challenging behaviors

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A legal document that outlines the student's rights and educational protections

Question 6

When conducting an FBA, it is crucial to:

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Consider the student's cultural and linguistic background and individual needs

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Rely solely on the observations and reports of the classroom teacher

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Ignore any positive behaviors exhibited by the student

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Assume that all challenging behaviors stem from a single underlying cause

Question 7

Which of the following is **NOT** a necessary step in conducting a comprehensive Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA)?

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Administering standardized behavior rating scales

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Conducting a functional analysis

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Gathering information through interviews and observations

Question 8

When conducting an FBA, which ethical considerations should be taken into account?

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Obtaining consent from the student's parents or guardians

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Using FBA methods that respect the student's cultural background

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Excluding the student's perspective on their behavior

Question 9

How does collaboration among parents, teachers, and other stakeholders contribute to the effectiveness of Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs)?

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It offers a range of perspectives and insights.

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It shortens the time needed to conduct FBAs.

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It removes the need for observing the student directly.

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It guarantees the privacy of student data.

Question 10

Which of the following is a crucial step in conducting a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA)?

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Collecting detailed data

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Relying solely on teacher observations

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Focusing only on the student's medical history

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Ignoring the student's self-report

Question 11

The primary goal of conducting an FBA is to:

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Understand the reasons behind a student's challenging behavior

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Develop a comprehensive behavior intervention plan without further assessment

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Determine the appropriate punishment for the student

Question 12

In FBAs, the most widely used data collection method is:

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Direct observation of the student's behavior

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Questionnaires completed by the student's parents

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Interviews with the student

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Teacher-maintained behavior logs

Question 13

When examining data from an FBA, it is essential to analyze:

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Antecedents (events that occur before the behavior), the behavior itself, and consequences (events that follow the behavior)

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Only the student's social skills

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Only the student's family environment

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Only the student's academic performance

Question 14

What is the primary responsibility of a teacher in implementing a behavior intervention plan?

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To monitor the student's progress, provide feedback, and make adjustments as needed

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To avoid interacting with the student

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To isolate the student from their peers

Question 15

FBAs are typically considered for students with challenging behavior when:

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Traditional behavior management strategies have been unsuccessful

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The student is suspected of having a cognitive disability

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The student has been suspended or expelled

Question 16

What is an ethical obligation of educators conducting FBAs?

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Maintaining confidentiality and respecting the rights of the student

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Sharing data with other professionals without the student's consent

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Reporting any evidence of inappropriate behavior

Question 17

A potential limitation of FBAs is that they can be:

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Time-consuming and require significant resources

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Always inaccurate and unreliable

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Too easy to implement

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Ineffective in improving student behavior

Question 18

What is the primary goal of an FBA?

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To identify the underlying causes of challenging behaviors

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To punish students for misbehavior

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To develop a comprehensive behavior intervention plan

Question 19

What is a primary ethical consideration when conducting an FBA?

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Obtaining informed consent and maintaining the privacy of the student

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Using only standardized assessment tools

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Focusing solely on the most severe behaviors

Question 20

Which of the following is an evidence-based intervention strategy for addressing an attention-seeking behavior?

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Providing positive attention for appropriate behaviors

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Ignoring the attention-seeking behaviors

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Punishing the student for attention-seeking behaviors

Question 21

What is the primary purpose of a behavior intervention plan (BIP)?

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To outline specific interventions designed to change the challenging behavior

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To summarize the results of an FBA

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To provide a diagnostic label for the student

Question 22

Which of the following is NOT a key component of a BIP?

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A system of rewards unrelated to the challenging behavior

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A clear definition of the target behavior

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Specific interventions designed to alter the behavior

Question 23

Which step is crucial in conducting an FBA?

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Observing the behavior in its natural setting

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Conducting a neurological examination

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Surveying the student's friends

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Administering a behavior rating scale

Question 24

What is the primary goal of an FBA?

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To identify the function or purpose of a challenging behavior

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To provide a one-size-fits-all solution to misbehavior

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To diagnose a student with a mental health condition

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To recommend immediate disciplinary action

Question 25

Which type of data is NOT typically collected during an FBA?

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Subjective opinions from the student's peers

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Physiological data from sensors

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Interview data from parents and teachers

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Observational data from classroom settings

Question 26

What is the distinction between a hypothesis and a behavior intervention plan in an FBA?

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A hypothesis is a tentative explanation for a behavior, while a behavior intervention plan is a specific set of actions to modify the behavior.

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A hypothesis is based on observable data, while a behavior intervention plan is based on theoretical assumptions.

Question 27

During the implementation of a behavior intervention plan based on an FBA, what is crucial to consider?

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Regularly monitoring the student's progress and making adjustments as needed

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Ignoring minor deviations from the plan to foster independence

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Waiting until the end of the intervention period to evaluate its effectiveness

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Punishing the student for any violation of the plan

Question 28

Under what circumstances is an FBA legally required?

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When a student with a disability exhibits challenging behaviors that interfere with their education or safety

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Only for students who have been suspended or expelled multiple times

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Whenever a student is suspected of having a developmental disorder

Question 29

What are the advantages of using Functional Behavioral Analysis (FBA) to address challenging behaviors in students with disabilities?

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Developing personalized interventions that target the underlying causes of the behavior

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Providing a quick fix to behavioral problems

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Eliminating the need for any form of discipline or consequences

Question 30

What is a critical component of a comprehensive FBA report?

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A clear and concise summary of the key findings and recommendations

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Including every piece of data collected, regardless of its relevance

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Including only the conclusions, without providing supporting evidence

Question 31

Which professional organization has established guidelines and best practices for conducting FBAs?

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National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)

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American Psychiatric Association (APA)

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National Education Association (NEA)

Question 32

What is the primary goal of conducting a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA)?

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To identify the environmental and personal factors that maintain challenging behaviors.

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To label students with disabilities.

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To punish students for misbehavior.

Question 33

Which step should be taken first when conducting an FBA?

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Collect data on the student's behavior, both challenging and non-challenging, in different settings.

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Develop a behavior intervention plan.

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Interview the student's parents.

Question 34

Which of the following is NOT a type of data that can be collected during an FBA?

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Student's academic transcript

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Consequences

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Topography of the challenging behavior

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Antecedents

Question 35

What is the role of a hypothesis statement in an FBA?

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To propose a specific, testable relationship between an antecedent and the challenging behavior.

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To describe the challenging behavior in detail.

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To develop a behavior intervention plan.

Question 36

When developing a behavior intervention plan, what should be the primary focus?

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Meeting the unique needs of the individual student.

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Addressing the severity of the student's behavior.

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Following the preferences of the student's parents.

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Minimizing the cost of implementing the plan.

Question 37

Which of the following is a positive behavior support strategy?

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Providing reinforcement for desired behaviors.

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Punishing students for misbehavior.

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Using physical restraints.

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Isolating students from their peers.

Question 38

What is the main purpose of ongoing monitoring and evaluation in FBAs?

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To ensure that the behavior intervention plan is effective and can be adjusted as needed.

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To identify new challenging behaviors as they emerge.

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To reduce the amount of time spent on conducting FBAs.

Question 39

Which of the following is a limitation of FBAs?

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They can be time-consuming and require significant resources to conduct.

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They are not supported by research evidence.

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They can be used to diagnose mental health conditions.

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They are only effective for students with mild disabilities.

Question 40

What ethical responsibility do educators have when conducting FBAs?

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To protect the privacy of the student and ensure that data is collected and used ethically.

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To use the results of FBAs to punish students.

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To share the results of FBAs with all stakeholders, regardless of the student's consent.

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To only conduct FBAs on students who are suspected of having a disability.

Question 41

How can FBAs contribute to promoting inclusive practices in the classroom?

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By identifying and addressing the underlying causes of challenging behaviors, FBAs can help create a more supportive and equitable learning environment.

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By labeling students with disabilities.

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By separating students with disabilities from their peers.

Question 42

What is the primary reason for conducting a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA)?

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To figure out why a student acts in a challenging way.

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To punish students for misbehaving.

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To diagnose students with emotional or behavioral problems.

Question 43

Which of these is NOT a common way to collect information for an FBA?

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Getting opinions from other students about the student's behavior.

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Directly observing the student in different situations.

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Talking to the student, teachers, and parents/guardians.

Question 44

A student repeatedly refuses to do their classwork.  Using the ABC model of behavior, what is the student's refusal to work considered?

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Behavior

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Consequence

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Setting Event

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Antecedent

Question 45

A student often calls out answers in class without raising their hand. What is the most likely reason for this behavior?

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Attention-seeking

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Seeking sensory input

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Wanting to get something tangible

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Trying to avoid something

Question 46

When creating a behavior intervention plan (BIP) based on an FBA, what should be the main focus?

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Teaching new behaviors that serve the same purpose as the challenging behavior.

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Using punishments to stop the challenging behavior.

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Ignoring the challenging behavior and hoping it will go away.

Question 47

What's essential for a clear and useful definition of a behavior?

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Using words that can be seen and measured.

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Guessing why the student is behaving that way.

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Making assumptions about what caused the behavior.

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Giving a general description of the student's overall attitude.

Question 48

What's the difference between an antecedent and a setting event?

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Antecedents happen right before the behavior, while setting events are more distant things that make the behavior more likely.

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Antecedents are things in the environment, while setting events are things inside the student.

Question 49

Which of these is an example of a positive reinforcement strategy for a BIP?

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Giving the student verbal praise for finishing a task on their own.

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Taking away something the student earned when they misbehave.

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Ignoring the student's attempts to get attention by misbehaving.

Question 50

When is an FBA needed?

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When a student's behavior is disrupting their learning or the learning of others, and other solutions haven't worked.

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As a regular part of the beginning-of-the-year assessment for all students.

Question 51

Who should be involved in the FBA process?

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A team of people including the student, parents/guardians, teachers, and other experts.

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Only the school psychologist, as they are the expert in student behavior.