Which of the Following Is the First Major Step in a Typical

question 110

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the first major step in a typical control process?

• A)comparing performance with standards
• B)setting standards
• C)taking corrective action
• D)developing values
• E)measuring performance

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Definitions:

ABAB Design

A type of experimental design used in behavior analysis where an initial baseline period (A) is followed by an intervention period (B), a return to baseline (A), and then a second intervention period (B) to observe changes in behavior.

ABA Design

A research design involving three phases: a baseline (A), an intervention (B), and then a return to baseline (A) to assess the effect of the intervention.

Reinforcement Program

A structured system designed to promote and strengthen desired behaviors through the use of rewards or punishments.

Multiple-baseline Design

A research method used in behavioral analysis to assess the effect of an intervention across multiple scenarios, behaviors, or subjects by introducing the intervention at different times.