Dr. Hollingsworth is a BCBA-D. Dr. Hollingsworth is developing a program for a 3
year old boy that often screams and tantrums to get preferred items. This
program will target increasing functional communication skills and decreasing
inappropriate vocalization. What scientific approach is Dr. Hollingsworth's
executing? Answer - ABA
Mrs. Garcia decided to reward her students/class with a party or a special treat
at the end of the week for good behavior throughout the week. What theory is
Mrs. Garcia using? Answer - Behaviorism
The psychologist has been working with a client/patient for a year. The
Psychologist is helping the client understand cause and effect of his behaviors
and to better understand that the world operates by lawfulness that is orderly
and predictable. What theory is this? Answer - Determinism
The professor said that we can only understand 1 + 1 = 2 because we have seen
it in action throughout our lives. What theory is the Professor speaking of?
Answer - Empiricism
The researchers wanted to determine if changes in one variable might lead to
changes in another variable- in other words, to establish cause-and-effect.
Answer - Experiment