Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) — Question 11

When asked why a certain behavior happened, the behavior analyst states that the behavior `came out of nowhere.` If the behavior analyst meant what he said, he is violating the assumption of __________________.

Answer options

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A, Philosophical doubt, because it refers to the notion that all behavior has a cause and should be questioned rather than accepted at face value. By stating the behavior 'came out of nowhere,' the analyst is ignoring the foundational principle that behavior is determined by identifiable factors. The other options, while relevant to behavior analysis, do not directly address the assumption of questioning the reasons behind behavior.