Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) — Question 12

If a behavior analyst states, `It took four attempts, but Johnny completed the puzzle,` she is using which measure?

Answer options

• A. Whole interval
• B. Percent of occurrence
• C. Trials to criterion
• D. Frequency

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, Trials to criterion, as it refers to the number of attempts needed to achieve a specific goal. The other options do not accurately describe the process of counting the attempts required for Johnny to complete the puzzle.