Reinforcement has occurred when:

a. a specific behavior leads to a consequence
b. there is a decrease in inappropriate behavior
c. the behavior increases or maintains following the presentation of a reinforcer
d. presentation of the reinforcer is contingent on the occurrence of a desired behavior

Jeremiah cries every morning and tells his mother he does not want to ride the bus or go to school. He tantrums, yells and kicks as his mother walks him to the bus and escorts him to his seat. She then gives him a toy to play with while he rides the bus. Jeremiah stops crying and plays with the toy. This pattern is repeated every day.


c

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An early childhood professional is someone who works with children ages:

A. Preschool to third grade. B. Four to eight. C. Birth to eight. D. Birth to five.

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Aversives are acceptable when used by students who are using the self-punishment technique

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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__________is required if the challenging behavior threatens to lead to a more restrictive placement

a. A transition plan b. A behavior intervention plan c. An individualized education plan d. A 504 plan

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After completing a science unit on weather, the teacher assigns groups to create a visual depiction of the weather cycle. This is an example of a ______.

a. norm-referenced assessment b. criterion-referenced assessment c. written assessment d. classroom-based assessment

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