Question
Difficulty: hard. Skill: analyze. Type: applied scenario.
A program for using a clarification request is not producing independent performance. Which adjustment best reflects group contingencies? The case file includes 8 recent sessions, 3 implementers, and 2 settings.
AUse the descriptive label as the explanation and treatment target
BSend the written protocol again without observing performance
CProceed informally because the team believes the action will help
DUse the procedure that matches the response form, sequence, or group contingency required by the goal in relation to client's using a clarification requestCorrect answer
Explanation
Answer DThe clue is the combination of parent report that conflicts with recent session data, repeating questions after instructions, and the required task: Group contingencies. The case file includes 8 recent sessions, 3 implementers, and 2 settings. Use the procedure that matches the response form, sequence, or group contingency required by the goal in relation to client's using a clarification request is best because it answers that clue through shaping, chaining, and group contingencies instead of treating the scenario as a generic behavior problem. On exam items like this, name the decision point first, then eliminate options that rely on one report, a label, a familiar protocol, or an action that skips the relevant data check.
Why this question is hard
ClueKey scenario clueThe clue is the combination of parent report that conflicts with recent session data, repeating questions after instructions, and the required task: Group contingencies. The case file includes 8 recent sessions, 3 implementers, and 2 settings.
TrapCommon trapA label is not enough; the decision should be based on observable behavior and relevant variables.
NextIf you missed it, review Shaping, chaining, and group contingenciesThen answer a few related scenarios before moving back to broad practice.
Why the other choices are weaker
AChoice AA label is not enough; the decision should be based on observable behavior and relevant variables.
BChoice BWritten directions alone do not verify performance or correct implementation errors.
CChoice CGood intent does not replace consent, documentation, competence, or other safeguards.
Study tags
Shaping, chaining, and group contingenciesGroup contingenciesshapingchaining
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