Free RBT Practice Exam 202685 Questions With Explanations

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1. Question 1: Compare rates across observation periods

   An RBT records 6 hand raises during a 3-minute observation and 8 hand raises during a 4-minute observation. Which statement correctly compares the rates?

   1. The first observation has the higher rate because it is shorter.
   2. The second observation has the higher rate because it has more hand raises.
   3. Both observations have a rate of 2 hand raises per minute.
   4. The rates cannot be compared because the observations differ in length.

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   Correct answer: C. Both observations have a rate of 2 hand raises per minute.

   Explanation

   Rate is the number of occurrences divided by observation time. Here, 6 ÷ 3 = 2 and 8 ÷ 4 = 2 hand raises per minute. A uses time alone; B uses count alone. D is incorrect because converting both counts to the same time unit allows this rate comparison.

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2. Question 2: Continue an MSWO preference assessment

   An RBT is conducting a multiple-stimulus-without-replacement (MSWO) preference assessment with five items. The learner selects a puzzle and has the access time specified in the protocol. That time has ended, and the RBT has recorded the selection. Following the MSWO procedure, which set of items should the RBT arrange for the next choice?

   1. The four remaining items, with the puzzle removed from the array.
   2. All five original items, with the puzzle returned to the array.
   3. The puzzle alone, with the other four items removed.
   4. Five new items, replacing all items from the first choice.

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   Correct answer: A. The four remaining items, with the puzzle removed from the array.

   Explanation

   In MSWO, an item that has been selected is not returned to the choice array during that assessment sequence. A leaves the remaining items available for the next choice. B replaces the selected item. C removes the unselected items instead. D substitutes a new set rather than continuing the assessment of the original set.

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3. Question 3: Apply a written prompt fading criterion

   A learner is practicing a hand movement by copying the RBT’s full demonstration. The written teaching plan says: “After 4 consecutive correct responses with the full demonstration, use a smaller demonstration on the next trial. Do not remove the demonstration entirely yet.” The learner’s last five responses with the full demonstration were correct, incorrect, correct, correct, correct. Which prompt should the RBT use on the next trial?

   1. A smaller demonstration, because 4 of the 5 responses were correct.
   2. No demonstration, because the most recent response was correct.
   3. A smaller demonstration, because 3 correct responses in a row are enough.
   4. The full demonstration, because the learner has not yet met the stated criterion.

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   Correct answer: D. The full demonstration, because the learner has not yet met the stated criterion.

   Explanation

   The current run is 3 consecutive correct responses. The incorrect response interrupts the earlier run, so the plan’s criterion of 4 in a row has not been met. A substitutes 4 out of 5 for 4 consecutive responses. B removes the prompt even though the plan does not authorize that step. C invents a different criterion. The number 4 is specific to this hypothetical plan, not a universal prompt-fading rule.

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4. Question 4: Implement the specified DRA consequence

   A supervisor’s written differential-reinforcement-of-alternative-behavior (DRA) plan identifies tapping a help card as the alternative to pushing work materials away. It directs the RBT to provide help immediately each time the learner independently taps the card. During an activity, the learner independently taps the card. What should the RBT do next under this plan?

   1. Wait for a second independent tap before providing help.
   2. Provide help immediately after the independent tap.
   3. Wait until the activity ends before providing help.
   4. Provide help only after the learner also says “help.”

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   Correct answer: B. Provide help immediately after the independent tap.

   Explanation

   B delivers the planned consequence when the specified alternative response occurs. A adds an extra response requirement. C delays help beyond the plan’s timing. D adds a spoken-response requirement that is not in the plan. DRA reinforces a selected alternative behavior; the RBT follows the supplied plan rather than changing its requirements.

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5. Question 5: Write an objective session note

   During a matching activity, the RBT observes the learner push the cards away twice. The RBT then points to the help card. The learner taps it, receives help, and completes three matches. Which note most accurately records these observations?

   1. The learner pushed the cards away twice, then tapped the help card after the RBT pointed to it. After receiving help, the learner completed three matches.
   2. The learner pushed the cards away twice to avoid working, then tapped the help card after the RBT pointed to it and completed three matches with help.
   3. The learner pushed the cards away twice, independently requested help by tapping the help card, and completed three matches after receiving help.
   4. The learner pushed the cards away twice because the task was too hard, then tapped the help card after the RBT pointed to it and completed three matches with help.

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   Correct answer: A. The learner pushed the cards away twice, then tapped the help card after the RBT pointed to it. After receiving help, the learner completed three matches.

   Explanation

   A preserves the observed actions, counts, sequence, and prompt. B adds an unobserved purpose: avoiding work. C changes the prompted request into an independent request. D states an unverified cause: task difficulty. An objective note distinguishes observed events from interpretations.

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6. Question 6: Limit an authorized care update

   The supervisor directs an RBT to send an update to the behavior analyst covering the learner’s next session. The covering analyst is authorized to receive it, and the RBT is using the approved secure channel. The supervisor asks for today’s help-request data and the prompt level used. Which information should the RBT include?

   1. The requested data and prompt level, plus unrelated private information shared by the family.
   2. The learner’s full service record, so the analyst can decide what is relevant.
   3. The requested help-request data and prompt level, limited to this care update.
   4. No session information, because confidentiality prohibits sharing with a covering analyst.

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   Correct answer: C. The requested help-request data and prompt level, limited to this care update.

   Explanation

   C matches the authorized purpose and limits the update to the information needed. A adds unrelated private information. B shares a broader record than this update requires. D treats confidentiality as a blanket ban despite the stated authorization and supervisor direction. The issue here is the scope of this disclosure, not whether the recipient or channel is authorized.

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