Margarita Exhibited the Following Counts of Maladaptive Behaviors

question 24

Multiple Choice

Margarita exhibited the following counts of maladaptive behaviors. The previously implemented procedure to help her (Procedure A) was discontinued on 10/5 and the present procedure (Procedure B) was implemented. Procedures were implemented 2 times per day (once in the morning and once in the evening) for 20 minutes per session. The AM and PM data for each procedure were graphed separately. What can be inferred from the data?

• A) The data across Procedure A and Procedure B show no change or trend.
• B) The data for Procedure A show an increasing trend.
• C) The data for Procedure A show the desired change in behavior.
• D) The data for Procedure A suggest that it is more effective than Procedure B.

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