Token Economies

Question 1

Why are token systems considered to be “flexible”?

Answer 1

Because tokens can be traded for a choice of different reinforcers.

Question 2

When using a token system in a naturalistic intervention, it can be challenging to:

Answer 2

Communicate the link between the behavior and receipt of the token at the time the behavior is displayed

Question 3

Which ratio of reinforcers to reprimands should be used for those who display high levels of problem behavior?

Answer 3

6 to 8 reinforcers to 1 reprimand

Question 4

Which of the following is an advantage of using a token economy?

Answer 4

They are resistant to satiation and individuals becoming bored because of the variety of back-up reinforcers that can be used.

Question 5

Which of the following token forms would be best for a young child receiving discrete trials?

Answer 5

A token board with 3 spaces exchanged for reinforcers during the session

Question 6

Which step in implementing a token economy comes after the individual displays the target behavior?

Answer 6

A token is delivered to the individual

Question 7

One of the biggest drawbacks of using response cost is:

Answer 7

So many tokens can be taken away creating a situation where the individual has a negative balance

Question 8

Large scale token systems typically involve the use of:

Answer 8

Established “currencies” that can be used for different items and activities at different times

Question 9

Which of the following is true about token economies used in school-wide systems?

Answer 9

Expectations must be identified and taught

Question 10

Response cost used in a token system involves:

Answer 10

Taking a token away for the display of undesirable behavior

Question 11

In which scenario would the reinforcer be effective and ethical to use?

Answer 11

Charlie completed a math quiz. He turned in his paper and received a point on his work completion card.

Question 12

Martin is creating a reinforcer menu for 5 to 7 year olds in his social play group. Which of the following descriptions of the menu would be best for this group?

Answer 12

A large poster in the room with photos of 5 items and a visual representation of how many tokens each costs

Question 13

Why is it important for behaviors that are targeted for token reinforcement be clearly defined?

Answer 13

So that everyone involved in the delivering or receiving tokens know which behaviors are being reinforced
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Question 14

When it is necessary to use “categories” of behaviors to be reinforced in token systems, which of the following needs to happen?

Answer 14

Clearly define the behaviors that fall within those categories