When the Observations in the Initial Baseline Phase Show a Trend

question 42

Multiple Choice

When the observations in the initial baseline phase show a trend in the direction of improved behavior, the researcher should ____.

• A) administer the treatment immediately
• B) manipulate the environment until the change stops
• C) increase the intensity of the treatment
• D) refrain from introducing the treatment

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