CPCE EXAM || 100% DETAILED ANSWERS.
Reinforcement the likelihood of the behavior to occur again and punishment the likelihood of the
behavior to occur again correct answers a . increases ; increases b . decreases increases c .
increases decreases d . decreases decreases
Terry's average score per basketball game is 27 points. This places him sixth among all the
forwards in the Midwest basketball league. The level of measurement described in this example
is:
a. ordinal.
b. ratio.
c. interval.
d. nominal. correct answers a. ordinal
True variance or the coefficient of determination is obtained by:
a. subtracting the correlation coefficient
from 1.00.
b. adding the correlation coefficient to 1.00.
c. squaring the correlation coefficient.
d. none of the above. correct answers c. squaring the correlation coefficient
A scatter plot depicts:
a. a multitude of single scores.
b. pairs of scores.
c. one score.
d. the unscored results of an experiment. correct answers b. pairs of scores.
Jim decides to go for counseling and makes an appointment. When he gets there, the counselor
gives him a statement of disclosure. Which is true regarding this document?
,a. A statement of disclosure is required by law in every state in the United States
b. A statement of disclosure is never required by law, but is highly recommended
c. A statement of disclosure may be required by law in some states and not others
d. A statement of disclosure should be given to a client after a course of therapy correct answers
c. a statement of disclosure may be required by law in some states and not others
Ethical dilemmas often center on issues related to:
a. dual relationships.
b. confidentiality.
c. credentials of test administrators.
d. licensure. correct answers b. confidentiality
The Code of Ethics is:
a. legal and binding.
b. a hard and fast set of rules.
c. a set of standards of best practice.
d. All of the above. correct answers c. a set of standards of best practice
A counselor who has a current caseload of 124 clients decides to close his practice and move to
Florida. Unethical handling of this change includes:
a. notifying all his clients in writing of his plans.
b. making referrals to other professionals for all of his clients.
c. safeguarding all client records.
d. posting a public announcement of the close of the practice to ensure that all current and
potential clients are notified. correct answers d. posting a public announcement of close of
practice
Which is NOT included in the conditions required for a successful malpractice claim against a
therapist?
,a. A professional relationship was established
b. There was a breach of duty causing an injury
c. The client disliked the counselor's methods
d. A client was physically or psychically injured correct answers c. the client disliked the
counselors methods
An 18-year-old student wants to view his educational records. The best course of action is to:
a. get parent permission before disclosing this information.
b. talk him out of it.
c. give him access to these records.
d. ignore his request. correct answers c. give him access
Under the ethical principles of informed consent, a counselor must inform each client of:
a. the limits of confidentiality.
b. her credentials.
c. issues related to third-party billing and missed appointments.
d. Both A and C. correct answers d. A&C
Which of the following is a warning sign that a counselor is developing a relationship with a
client that is too personal?
a. Enjoying meeting with the client
b. Recognizing that the client's values are different from the counselor's values
c. Feeling attracted to a client but not acting on the attraction
d. Asking the client about personal matters unrelated to client's needs correct answers d. asking
the client about personal matters unrelated to clients needs
A parent stops the counselor and asks, "Could you tell me what is wrong with the client across
the hall from my son? He seems so agitated." Which of the following responses complies with
the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)?
, a. "The law doesn't allow me to give out any information about clients in order to protect their
privacy and safety.
b. "His mother is in the lounge. You can go ask her."
c. "Why are you asking?"
d. "He has bipolar disease, like your son." correct answers A.
A career counselor is interested in keeping up with trends in the job market so that they can
better assist their clients.
One of the best ways to keep up with the trends in the job market is to consult the:
а. ООН.
b. DOT.
c. Wall Street Journal.
d. SOC. correct answers A. occupational outlook handbook
A counselor has written a book and an accompanying workbook on managing panic.
The counselor requires each of her clients who is being seen for a panic disorder to purchase
these materials. This is:
a. ethical, since these are treatment materials.
b. not unethical but unacceptable.
c. financially feasible for the clients.
d. unethical. correct answers D. unethical
When a conflict arises between the American
Counseling Association (ACA) Code of Ethics and a governing authority, which takes
precedence?
a. Ethics always come first, regardless of the circumstances
b. Ultimately, the law may be adhered to over the Code of Ethics
c. Neither, the wishes of the client always prevail
Reinforcement the likelihood of the behavior to occur again and punishment the likelihood of the
behavior to occur again correct answers a . increases ; increases b . decreases increases c .
increases decreases d . decreases decreases
Terry's average score per basketball game is 27 points. This places him sixth among all the
forwards in the Midwest basketball league. The level of measurement described in this example
is:
a. ordinal.
b. ratio.
c. interval.
d. nominal. correct answers a. ordinal
True variance or the coefficient of determination is obtained by:
a. subtracting the correlation coefficient
from 1.00.
b. adding the correlation coefficient to 1.00.
c. squaring the correlation coefficient.
d. none of the above. correct answers c. squaring the correlation coefficient
A scatter plot depicts:
a. a multitude of single scores.
b. pairs of scores.
c. one score.
d. the unscored results of an experiment. correct answers b. pairs of scores.
Jim decides to go for counseling and makes an appointment. When he gets there, the counselor
gives him a statement of disclosure. Which is true regarding this document?
,a. A statement of disclosure is required by law in every state in the United States
b. A statement of disclosure is never required by law, but is highly recommended
c. A statement of disclosure may be required by law in some states and not others
d. A statement of disclosure should be given to a client after a course of therapy correct answers
c. a statement of disclosure may be required by law in some states and not others
Ethical dilemmas often center on issues related to:
a. dual relationships.
b. confidentiality.
c. credentials of test administrators.
d. licensure. correct answers b. confidentiality
The Code of Ethics is:
a. legal and binding.
b. a hard and fast set of rules.
c. a set of standards of best practice.
d. All of the above. correct answers c. a set of standards of best practice
A counselor who has a current caseload of 124 clients decides to close his practice and move to
Florida. Unethical handling of this change includes:
a. notifying all his clients in writing of his plans.
b. making referrals to other professionals for all of his clients.
c. safeguarding all client records.
d. posting a public announcement of the close of the practice to ensure that all current and
potential clients are notified. correct answers d. posting a public announcement of close of
practice
Which is NOT included in the conditions required for a successful malpractice claim against a
therapist?
,a. A professional relationship was established
b. There was a breach of duty causing an injury
c. The client disliked the counselor's methods
d. A client was physically or psychically injured correct answers c. the client disliked the
counselors methods
An 18-year-old student wants to view his educational records. The best course of action is to:
a. get parent permission before disclosing this information.
b. talk him out of it.
c. give him access to these records.
d. ignore his request. correct answers c. give him access
Under the ethical principles of informed consent, a counselor must inform each client of:
a. the limits of confidentiality.
b. her credentials.
c. issues related to third-party billing and missed appointments.
d. Both A and C. correct answers d. A&C
Which of the following is a warning sign that a counselor is developing a relationship with a
client that is too personal?
a. Enjoying meeting with the client
b. Recognizing that the client's values are different from the counselor's values
c. Feeling attracted to a client but not acting on the attraction
d. Asking the client about personal matters unrelated to client's needs correct answers d. asking
the client about personal matters unrelated to clients needs
A parent stops the counselor and asks, "Could you tell me what is wrong with the client across
the hall from my son? He seems so agitated." Which of the following responses complies with
the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)?
, a. "The law doesn't allow me to give out any information about clients in order to protect their
privacy and safety.
b. "His mother is in the lounge. You can go ask her."
c. "Why are you asking?"
d. "He has bipolar disease, like your son." correct answers A.
A career counselor is interested in keeping up with trends in the job market so that they can
better assist their clients.
One of the best ways to keep up with the trends in the job market is to consult the:
а. ООН.
b. DOT.
c. Wall Street Journal.
d. SOC. correct answers A. occupational outlook handbook
A counselor has written a book and an accompanying workbook on managing panic.
The counselor requires each of her clients who is being seen for a panic disorder to purchase
these materials. This is:
a. ethical, since these are treatment materials.
b. not unethical but unacceptable.
c. financially feasible for the clients.
d. unethical. correct answers D. unethical
When a conflict arises between the American
Counseling Association (ACA) Code of Ethics and a governing authority, which takes
precedence?
a. Ethics always come first, regardless of the circumstances
b. Ultimately, the law may be adhered to over the Code of Ethics
c. Neither, the wishes of the client always prevail
