Chapter 7 L, S, A Flashcards
Problems are universal; that is, people always agree that a given situation is or is not problematic.
True
False
False
Which of the following responses to problems do qualify as problem-solving?
Responding impulsively to quickly eliminate the conditions considered problematic
Immediately switching to a new strategy if results are not satisfactory
Behavior that produces a functional outcome
Trial and error responding
Behavior that produces a functional outcome
Supervisors should tell their supervisor’s which of the following in relation to problems and problem-solving?
Consistently monitor for problems and report them to the supervisor early
Unless it is a particularly dangerous situation, the supervisee should always try to solve the problem on their own before bringing it to the supervisor in order to demonstrate their problem-solving skills
Use trial-and-error to make an attempt at solving the problem before bringing it to the supervisor’s attention
Before bringing a problem to the supervisor, ensure that it is really a problem
Consistently monitor for problems and report them to the supervisor early
“Nuanced noticing” refers to which of the following?
The ability to detect a crisis situation such as problem behavior, angry phone calls from parents, or a staff resignation
The ability to detect subtle indicators of problems and problem-producing environments before a full-blown crisis occurs
None of these answers are correct
Subtle differences in the ways that different people notice problems when they occur
The ability to detect subtle indicators of problems and problem-producing environments before a full-blown crisis occurs
Describing subtle indicators a supervisor has noticed in past situations and using video examples of subtle changes in environmental conditions and behavior can help the supervisor teach which of the following steps to the supervise?
Generate solutions
Detect the problem
Implement and evaluate
Select solutions
Detect the problem
Identifying the functional determinants of the problem is involved in which of the steps for structured problem-solving?
Generate solutions
Select solution
Detect the problem
Implement and evaluate
Define the problem
Define the problem
When solving problems, which of the following do people have a propensity to do?
Pause and reflect on whether possible solutions will work
Use a strategy that has worked before or most recently, even if that strategy does not readily apply to the current situation
Conduct a functional analysis of the problem in order to identify an appropriate problem-solving strategy
Select solutions to the problem that directly address the functions identified
Use a strategy that has worked before or most recently, even if that strategy does not readily apply to the current situation
What is the goal of “brainstorming” as described in the chapter?
Emit a high rate of varied behavior, generating many different potential solutions
Decrease the number and variability of responses to narrow down the potential solutions
Selecting the best potential solution to a problem
Evaluating responses before emitting them and offering them as solutions
Emit a high rate of varied behavior, generating many different potential solutions
Which of the following is NOT one of the strategies for increasing variability during brainstorming for possible solutions to problems?
Change your environment to change stimulus control
State the expectations
Set a goal for the number of options and continue until the goal is met or exceeded
Be ambitious with ideas
Reject suggestions that are not feasible or are impossible to implement
Reject suggestions that are not feasible or are impossible to implement
Which one of the steps for structured problem solving involves conducting a careful analysis of the strengths and considerations for each option?
Detect the problem
Generate solutions
Implement and evaluate
Select solution
Select solution
When selecting a solution to a problem, it is best to always select the most simplified solution.
True
False
False
When selecting a potential solution, consider all of the following EXCEPT:
How completely a solution matches your values and ideas
How completely a solution addresses the function of the problem
How completely a solution protects consumers and staff
How completely a solution matches available resources
How completely a solution matches your values and ideas
Which step of structured problem-solving is described as the most intuitive and natural step in the process for any behavior analyst?
Generate solutions
All of these answers are correct
Detect the problem
Implement and evaluate the solution
Implement and evaluate the solution
