RBT Registered Behavior Technician Exam Sample Test

Try 5 free practice questions with instant feedback. See how ready you are.

Loading quiz...

Sample Questions

Question 1

What is extinction in ABA?

Answer: Extinction is the discontinuation of reinforcement that previously maintained a behavior, resulting in a decrease in that behavior over time.

Question 2

What is an extinction burst?

Answer: An extinction burst is a temporary increase in the frequency, intensity, or duration of a behavior when reinforcement is first withheld.

Question 3

What is spontaneous recovery in the context of extinction?

Answer: Spontaneous recovery is the reappearance of a previously extinguished behavior after a period of time has passed without the behavior occurring.

Question 4

If a child tantrums to escape demands, which extinction procedure is appropriate?

Answer: Escape extinction — the demand is not removed when the child tantrums, withholding the escape reinforcer that maintained the behavior.

Question 5

Why must RBTs implement extinction consistently?

Answer: Inconsistent extinction can cause intermittent reinforcement, which strengthens the behavior and makes it more resistant to future reduction efforts.