The Basic Focus of a Functional Analysis Is to

question 7

Multiple Choice

The basic focus of a functional analysis is to

• A) Use standardized assessments to understand the person's functioning level
• B) Identify associations between events in the environment (antecedents and/or consequences) and problem behaviors
• C) Offer a broader context in which to build behavior support plans
• D) None of the above

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Definitions:

Expectancy Theory

Expectancy theory is a motivational theory that suggests an individual's behavior is determined by their expected outcomes, based on their beliefs about effort-performance relationships, and the desirability of these outcomes.

Performance-reward Relationships

The correlation between the level of performance and the reward received, highlighting the principle that higher performance should lead to greater rewards.

Instrumentalities

The perceived relationship between performance and the attainment of desired outcomes, particularly in the context of work motivation.

Expectancy

The belief or anticipation that one's effort will result in achieving desired performance goals.