(ABA) Chapter 4: Reinforcement
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How is a reinforcer defined in ABA?
A reinforcer is any stimulus that, when presented or removed after a behavior, increases the
future likelihood of that behavior.
What is the role of r...
✔✔ A reinforcer is any stimulus that, when presented or removed after a behavior, increases the
future likelihood of that behavior.
What is the role of reinforcement in behavior change?
✔✔ Reinforcement strengthens or maintains a desired behavior by providing positive outcomes
or removing negative conditions.
Can reinforcement be both tangible and intangible?
✔✔ Yes, reinforcement can be tangible (like food or toys) or intangible (like praise or attention).
What is an example of automatic reinforcement?
✔✔ An example of automatic reinforcement is a child spinning in circles for the sensory
pleasure it provides, without external rewards.
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, How does intermittent reinforcement differ from continuous reinforcement?
✔✔ Intermittent reinforcement rewards a behavior occasionally, while continuous reinforcement
rewards a behavior every time it occurs.
What is a conditioned reinforcer?
✔✔ A conditioned reinforcer is a previously neutral stimulus that acquires reinforcing properties
through association with a primary reinforcer.
How can reinforcement schedules impact learning?
✔✔ Reinforcement schedules, such as fixed or variable, impact how quickly and consistently a
behavior is learned and maintained.
Why is it important to select appropriate reinforcers for individuals?
✔✔ Choosing the right reinforcers ensures that the individual is motivated to engage in the
desired behavior.
What is response cost, and how does it relate to reinforcement?
✔✔ Response cost involves removing a reinforcer as a consequence of undesirable behavior,
which can decrease the behavior over time.
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