The primary advantage of an A-B-A-C design over an A-B-C design is:
A. the functional relationship can be better established because of the return to the baseline before the C condition.
B. a comparison of the effects of two or more treatments on the same behavior.
C. to evaluate the effects of a treatment on the gradual increase or decrease of a single target behavior.
D. None of these are correct.
Answer: A
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a. task analysis phase b. self-reflection phase c. forethought phase d. performance phase
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a. be diagnosed with ADHD. b. finish college. c. get divorced. d. have a higher-paying job.
The suggestions for running your own business do not include:
a. ?Charge reasonable rates b. ?Provide impeccable service c. ?Ask your clients for referrals d. ?Start a business only after you graduate?
Sometimes children misbehave because they don't know what else to do
ANSWER: True