Martin is analyzing data to determine the success of an intervention. He reviews his research question, determines if there are sufficient data in each condition, and looks for variables that may have affected the data both within and across conditions. During his analysis, he sees that two of his research assistants are inputting graphical data at different scales, rendering visual analysis of the data impossible. What step in performing a visual analysis should Martin have taken before reviewing his research question? 

Ian, a BCBA, aims to gradually decrease the number of times his client drinks alcoholic beverages in a week. The client does not want to return to their alcohol-drinking habits after Ian initiates the intervention. Which experimental design would be most appropriate for Ian to use?

Jenae, a BCBA, is monitoring her caloric intake. She reviews her baseline data before she implements a weight-loss management plan that decreases calories to lose weight. Which type of analysis is Jenae conducting?

Getting a job at the pet store is an example of a(n):

ABC company hires Heather, a BCBA, as a consultant to decrease staff tardiness at several of their group homes. At the end of the investigation, she reviews the data to assess the overall impact of the intervention. Which type of analysis is Heather conducting? 

Kaua, a BCBA, introduces a new reinforcement schedule for one of her clients. Prior to considering a return to pre-intervention sessions, they compare their client’s skill acquisition rate from the five sessions before the intervention to the five sessions after the intervention. Which type of analysis is Kaua conducting?

Which of the following is a response definition that is objective? 

Julian wants to move into his own apartment. To do this, he needs to  learn to do many things like how to prepare meals and how to do basic cleaning tasks. To prepare meals, he will need to be able to measure ingredients, and scoop and pour materials. To clean the apartment, he will need to be able to take out the trash and vacuum. Which of the following is the short-term objective in this scenario?

Buford has hired a BCBA to help him obtain and hold onto a job.  Buford has agreed to work on better managing his time and use of public transportation. The BCBA has helped Buford set a schedule and identify the time he must be at the bus stop. Which of the following is the ultimate outcome in this scenario?

Which of the following is the best response definition?