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What is the main focus of applied behavior analysis?
What is the main focus of applied behavior analysis?
- Analyzing the entire spectrum of human behavior
- Improving objectively defined behaviors of social significance (correct)
- Studying behaviors in isolation from their social context
- Improving all human behavior
What distinguishes applied behavior analysis from other fields?
What distinguishes applied behavior analysis from other fields?
- Its lack of focus on social significance
- Its reliance on scientific inquiry and controlled experimentation (correct)
- Its avoidance of behavior interventions
- Its exclusive use of qualitative data
Which statement best summarizes applied behavior analysis?
Which statement best summarizes applied behavior analysis?
- It focuses on subjective descriptions of behavior
- It is primarily concerned with theoretical frameworks
- It disregards the practical application of its findings
- It aims to uncover the influence of environmental variables on behavior (correct)
What does applied behavior analysis seek to demonstrate when intervening to improve behaviors?
What does applied behavior analysis seek to demonstrate when intervening to improve behaviors?
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Which term best describes the methods used in applied behavior analysis?
Which term best describes the methods used in applied behavior analysis?
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In applied behavior analysis, what does 'ABA' stand for?
In applied behavior analysis, what does 'ABA' stand for?
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What is the primary goal of developing a technology of behavior change in applied behavior analysis?
What is the primary goal of developing a technology of behavior change in applied behavior analysis?
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