After assessing Annabelle’s preferences, Cayden, a behavior analyst, determines that jumping on the trampoline is Annabelle’s most preferred activity. For several weeks, contingent access to jumping on the trampoline worked well to strengthen the acquisition targets being taught at school, as Annabelle would work for access to the trampoline throughout the school day. After the spring break, however, Annabelle’s rate of acquisition declined drastically at school. Cayden learns that over the break Annabelle had received a trampoline at home. Her parents report that they have found Annabelle jumping on the trampoline every morning before coming to school. Which of the following variables is most likely having an impact on the effectiveness of the reinforcer in this scenario?

Demarcus, a behavior analyst, is teaching his client to mand for missing items. The client loves coloring. He places a coloring book in front of his client and asks him to color. The client says, “Crayons.” Demarcus gives him a few crayons. Which of the following is the conditioned motivating operation-transitive (CMO-T) in the scenario?

Tyron is using discrete-trial teaching to teach his client, Rob simple discrimination skills. After an average of five correct responses, he delivers a piece of his favorite treat. Based on this program type, how should Tyron assess his client’s preferences?

Regina is studying for her French exam and is focusing on basic food vocabulary. Her mother creates some sample study materials for Regina to use. First, she pairs the printed word “cheese” with the bolded word “fromage” and a picture of a slice of cheese. Next, she removes the picture of cheese and only pairs the printed word “cheese” with the bolded word “fromage.” Then, she pairs the printed words “cheese” and “fromage” both which are not bolded. Lastly, she removes the printed word “cheese” and only presents the printed word “fromage.” Which of the following techniques is this scenario an example of?

Dino, a behavior analyst, works with a parent to set up a simple routine for his daughter. During a 30-minute spelling block, Dino instructs the parent to give a reward only if his daughter writes at least 25 words. Which of the following is Dino using?

Laurie, a behavior analyst, is teaching her client, Aaron, to select the class to which printed names of food items belong. She asks him to select the class that broccoli belongs to, and he correctly chooses “vegetables.” Later, when asked to select the class that a “cupcake” belongs to, he selects “dessert.” Aaron correctly selecting the class of food when given the printed name illustrates which of the following?

Joaquin, a behavior analyst, is working with the staff members of a group home on implementing a behavior plan that offers an end-of-the-week reward based on client performance of hygiene activities. In this scenario, how should Joaquin assess the teachers’ preferences?

Andres, a behavior analyst, sets out a variety of snacks in front of his client. The client selects one and eats a small piece. Andres then puts that same snack back with the others, changes the arrangement, and presents the full array again. He notes which item his client chooses each time and identifies his client’s most preferred snack. What type of preference assessment is Andres using?

Gina, a behavior analyst, wants to prepare Gervase to transition into kindergarten. He has mastered all of his programs and goals in the one-on-one setting, but is having trouble engaging in the mastered targets in the real world. Gina programs to run trials in Gervase’s home, at the mall, and at various other settings where he frequently goes. She wants him to get as many opportunities as possible to practice before transitioning into kindergarten. Which teaching method would be best for Gina to use?

A parent increases utensil usage during mealtimes by providing praise every time their child consumes a bite of food from a spoon or fork. The parent would like to maintain their child’s current rate of utensil usage. Given this scenario, which simple schedule of reinforcement would be best for the parent to use?