Applied Behavior Analysis Technician (ABAT) Practice Test

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In Exclusionary Timeout, what happens to the participant?

Receives additional reinforcement
Is physically removed from the environment
Continues to participate in activities
Is provided extra guidance

The correct answer is: Is physically removed from the environment

In exclusionary timeout, the participant is physically removed from an environment where reinforcement is available. This method is designed to decrease the likelihood of a target behavior by temporarily restricting access to reinforcing stimuli or activities. During this period, the individual is isolated from interactions or activities that they would usually be engaged in, which serves to emphasize the consequences of their behavior. The goal of this procedure is to help the individual understand that certain behaviors result in loss of privileges or social engagement, thereby promoting behavior change. Other options involve scenarios where the individual continues to receive support or reinforcement, which is not consistent with the principles of timeout. In exclusionary timeout, the main focus is on removing the participant from an environment in which they can access reinforcement, which is central to the effectiveness of the strategy.