75 RBT Mock Exam-3 — Test Your Skills Across Critical Topics

Designed to test your analytical and practical ability, this 75-Question RBT Mock Exam number three will help you to improve your practice. Focusing data interpretation, program changes, and ethical decision-making, this test shows a more advanced degree of complexity. Instant feedback lets you study in real-time, therefore strengthening the speed and accuracy required to shine on certification day.

1. What does a prompt do?

 
 
 
 

2. What is the difference between a primary reinforcer and a secondary reinforcer?

 
 
 
 

3. What is the best approach to managing self-injurious behavior (SIB)?

 
 
 
 

4. Which of the following is a direct measurement method?

 
 
 
 

5. What should an RBT do if a client refuses a non-preferred task?

 
 
 
 

6. What is the ethical response if you see another RBT using an outdated program with a client?

 
 
 
 

7. Which of the following best describes the principle of “pairing” in ABA therapy?

 
 
 
 

8. Which of the following is an example of behavior modification using positive reinforcement?

 
 
 
 

9. Which type of schedule of reinforcement is typically used to maintain behaviors over time once they are learned?

 
 
 
 

10. What is the function of behavior that involves engaging in actions to escape from a non-preferred task?

 
 
 
 

11. What is an example of a behavior that would be reinforced using a continuous reinforcement schedule?

 
 
 
 

12. What type of data collection would best capture how long a tantrum lasts?

 
 
 
 

13. What is the most effective way to handle a behavior that is continuously occurring in the same pattern?

 
 
 
 

14. What is the difference between negative reinforcement and punishment?

 
 
 
 

15. What is the difference between a positive reinforcement and negative reinforcement?

 
 
 
 

16. In the context of behavior therapy, what does “generalization” refer to?

 
 
 
 

17. What is the primary role of a behavior analyst in the development of a BIP?

 
 
 
 

18. What is the purpose of using a task analysis in ABA therapy?

 
 
 
 

19. When is punishment most effective in changing behavior?

 
 
 
 

20. Which of the following is the best description of a “motivating operation” (MO)?

 
 
 
 

21. How does differential reinforcement differ from extinction?

 
 
 
 

22. What is a non-example of a measurable behavior?

 
 
 
 

23. What does a partial interval recording method track?

 
 
 
 

24. What is an example of a behavior that would be reinforced using a variable interval schedule?

 
 
 
 

25. Which of the following is an example of verbal behavior?

 
 
 
 

26. What is the primary role of an RBT during sessions?

 
 
 
 

27. What is the primary purpose of a token economy?

 
 
 
 

28. What should an RBT do if a client becomes aggressive during a session?

 
 
 
 

29. What is the best way to increase the generalization of a behavior in various settings?

 
 
 
 

30. Which is an example of an operational definition of a behavior?

 
 
 
 

31. When a client starts to independently complete a task they used to need prompting for, this is a sign of:

 
 
 
 

32. If you want to increase the likelihood of a student raising their hand before speaking, which procedure would help?

 
 
 
 

33. Which of the following is an example of a fixed ratio schedule of reinforcement?

 
 
 
 

34. What is the goal of behavioral momentum in ABA therapy?

 
 
 
 

35. When implementing a behavior intervention plan (BIP), who is responsible for monitoring progress?

 
 
 
 

36. What is the primary function of behavior when a child cries to get attention from a parent?

 
 
 
 

37. What is the goal of reinforcement in ABA?

 
 
 
 

38. What is the best way to reduce a behavior through extinction?

 
 
 
 

39. When using discrete trial teaching (DTT), what follows the learner’s correct response?

 
 
 
 

40. In ABA, what does “forward chaining” involve?

 
 
 
 

41. What is the main purpose of a behavior intervention plan (BIP)?

 
 
 
 

42. How should an RBT handle a situation where a client refuses a preferred activity?

 
 
 
 

43. A client starts yelling after being denied access to a toy. What is the antecedent?

 
 
 
 

44. In applied behavior analysis (ABA), what does “discrete trial training” involve?

 
 
 
 

45. What is the most appropriate first step for an RBT when observing a behavior that has not been addressed in the behavior intervention plan (BIP)?

 
 
 
 

46. How does shaping work to develop new behavior?

 
 
 
 

47. What is the role of an RBT when implementing a behavior intervention plan (BIP)?

 
 
 
 

48. What is the function of a behavior if a child tantrums when denied access to a toy?

 
 
 
 

49. What is the function of a behavior if it is exhibited to avoid participating in a non-preferred activity?

 
 
 
 

50. Which of the following best describes the technique of time delay in prompting?

 
 
 
 

51. What is the purpose of data collection in ABA therapy?

 
 
 
 

52. What is one potential drawback of using an FR-1 (Fixed Ratio 1) schedule for reinforcement?

 
 
 
 

53. Which term refers to a stimulus that increases the likelihood of a behavior when presented after that behavior?

 
 
 
 

54. Which of the following is NOT an example of a function of behavior?

 
 
 
 

55. What does the term “token economy” refer to?

 
 
 
 

56. Which of the following is an example of behavior being maintained by automatic reinforcement?

 
 
 
 

57. Which is the best example of a prompt fading strategy?

 
 
 
 

58. What is the most appropriate way for an RBT to manage a behavior that is maintained by escape from demands?

 
 
 
 

59. What does a behavior technician need to maintain their RBT certification?

 
 
 
 

60. What is the first step when conducting a functional behavior assessment (FBA)?

 
 
 
 

61. Which of the following describes generalization?

 
 
 
 

62. What does it mean when a behavior is described as “functionally equivalent” to another behavior?

 
 
 
 

63. What is one of the core components of reinforcement?

 
 
 
 

64. What is the most important consideration when selecting reinforcers for a client?

 
 
 
 

65. What is an example of an “errorless learning” technique?

 
 
 
 

66. What is the difference between reinforcement and punishment?

 
 
 
 

67. How does a variable ratio schedule of reinforcement work?

 
 
 
 

68. Which of the following is an example of a non-contingent reinforcement schedule?

 
 
 
 

69. Which of the following is an example of a socially significant behavior?

 
 
 
 

70. What is an example of a conditioned reinforcer?

 
 
 
 

71. What does the term “behavior chaining” refer to?

 
 
 
 

72. What is the best example of operationally defining a behavior?

 
 
 
 

73. What is the appropriate way for an RBT to respond to a client’s inappropriate comment?

 
 
 
 

74. What is a behavioral contingency?

 
 
 
 

75. What should an RBT do before implementing a new procedure with a client?

 
 
 
 

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Top Reasons to Take This Test:

  • ✅ Improves data interpretation skills
  • ✅ Tests real-world decision-making
  • ✅ Boosts critical thinking under time pressure
  • ✅ Helps polish quick recall abilities
  • ✅ Prepares for layered question styles

Overview:

FeatureDetails
Exam FocusData analysis, program modifications, ethics
Time Allotted90 minutes recommended
Feedback TypeReal-time explanations
Difficulty LevelModerate to Challenging
Best ForMid-to-advanced preparation

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