Applied Behavior Analysis Technician (ABAT) Practice Test

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What does 'Generality' signify in ABA?

  1. Behavior change should be observable

  2. Behavior change is immediate and noticeable

  3. Behavior change spreads to other untreated behaviors

  4. Behavior change must occur in multiple settings

The correct answer is: Behavior change spreads to other untreated behaviors

'Generality' in the context of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) refers to the idea that behavior change should not be limited to just the specific instance or behavior that was treated. Instead, it should extend to other untreated behaviors, environments, and people over time. This means that once an individual has learned a new skill or modified a behavior, those changes should ideally be applicable to similar behaviors in different contexts or situations, indicating that the learning is generalized and adaptable. This concept emphasizes a key goal of interventions in ABA: achieving lasting and widespread changes that are transferable across various situations and not solely confined to the conditions under which the original training occurred. By focusing on generality, practitioners aim to create more comprehensive behavior modifications that sustain well beyond the therapy sessions or specific training environments.