When a Direct Measure of a Target Behavior Is Not

question 47

Multiple Choice

When a direct measure of a target behavior is not available, what can the practitioner-scientist do to enhance the quality of indirect measurement

• A)Use multiple measurement tools.
• B)Extend the baseline.
• C)Take fewer measurements.
• D)None of the answers are things that would enhance the quality of indirect measurement.

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Definitions:

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