5/14/26, 7:02 PM Final Exam: CI5523 - Interventions for Students with Challenging Behaviors
Final Exam
Due May 18 at 2:59am
Points 140
Questions 20
Available May 11 at 3am - May 18 at 2:59am
Time Limit 180 Minutes
Instructions
By submitting this exam, I certify these responses are entirely my own work. I have not copied the work of any
other student (past or present) or collaborated with anyone on this exam. In addition, I will not share the
questions or answers from this exam with other students. I understand that academic dishonesty is grounds
for dismissal from the program.
Attempt History
Attempt Time Score
LATEST Attempt 1 33 minutes 126 out of 140
Score for this quiz: 126 out of 140
Submitted May 14 at 7:02pm
This attempt took 33 minutes.
Correct answer
Question 1
pts
Use this scenario to answer the question.
Jaxson is a student in Mr. Gonzales’ 3rd grade class. He seems to have an uncanny ability to time his
compliance to the point when Mr. Gonzales has almost reached his limit of patience.
Mr. Gonzales realizes he needs to make changes in his reinforcement schedule and decides to use a
group contingency approach to address Jaxson’s behavior. Recognizing that Jaxson thrives on
attention and is motivated by his peers’ approval, Mr. Gonzales will most likely choose to try a(n)
____ group contingency first.
dependent
independent
interdependent
intradependent
Correct answer
, 5/14/26, 7:02 PM Final Exam: CI5523 - Interventions for Students with Challenging Behaviors
Question 2
pts
Which of the following strategies is characterized by a think-through process that allows a student
to make amends for his or her inappropriate behavior?
Direct reinforcement
Group contingencies
Planned ignoring
Restorative practices
Wrong answer
Question 3
pts
Which is the best rationale for sending a student to time-out?
Because you know it is a strategic, scientifically based intervention
Because you believe it will be the most effective way to decrease inappropriate and increase appropriate behavior
Because it is a strategy approved by your district for addressing annoying student behaviors
Because it gives students an opportunity to practice self-management
Correct answer
Question 4
pts
Which statement about a transference of skill issue is most accurate?
A student with this issue has mastered the desired skill but is not motivated to do it.
A student with this issue practices the skill inconsistently.
The underlying cause of this issue is either a skill deficit or a speed of acquisition deficit.
A student with this issue knows what to do but is not yet able to apply the knowledge to real-life situations.
Correct answer
Question 5
pts
Where is the best place for students to learn self-management skills?
In the counselor’s office
Final Exam
Due May 18 at 2:59am
Points 140
Questions 20
Available May 11 at 3am - May 18 at 2:59am
Time Limit 180 Minutes
Instructions
By submitting this exam, I certify these responses are entirely my own work. I have not copied the work of any
other student (past or present) or collaborated with anyone on this exam. In addition, I will not share the
questions or answers from this exam with other students. I understand that academic dishonesty is grounds
for dismissal from the program.
Attempt History
Attempt Time Score
LATEST Attempt 1 33 minutes 126 out of 140
Score for this quiz: 126 out of 140
Submitted May 14 at 7:02pm
This attempt took 33 minutes.
Correct answer
Question 1
pts
Use this scenario to answer the question.
Jaxson is a student in Mr. Gonzales’ 3rd grade class. He seems to have an uncanny ability to time his
compliance to the point when Mr. Gonzales has almost reached his limit of patience.
Mr. Gonzales realizes he needs to make changes in his reinforcement schedule and decides to use a
group contingency approach to address Jaxson’s behavior. Recognizing that Jaxson thrives on
attention and is motivated by his peers’ approval, Mr. Gonzales will most likely choose to try a(n)
____ group contingency first.
dependent
independent
interdependent
intradependent
Correct answer
, 5/14/26, 7:02 PM Final Exam: CI5523 - Interventions for Students with Challenging Behaviors
Question 2
pts
Which of the following strategies is characterized by a think-through process that allows a student
to make amends for his or her inappropriate behavior?
Direct reinforcement
Group contingencies
Planned ignoring
Restorative practices
Wrong answer
Question 3
pts
Which is the best rationale for sending a student to time-out?
Because you know it is a strategic, scientifically based intervention
Because you believe it will be the most effective way to decrease inappropriate and increase appropriate behavior
Because it is a strategy approved by your district for addressing annoying student behaviors
Because it gives students an opportunity to practice self-management
Correct answer
Question 4
pts
Which statement about a transference of skill issue is most accurate?
A student with this issue has mastered the desired skill but is not motivated to do it.
A student with this issue practices the skill inconsistently.
The underlying cause of this issue is either a skill deficit or a speed of acquisition deficit.
A student with this issue knows what to do but is not yet able to apply the knowledge to real-life situations.
Correct answer
Question 5
pts
Where is the best place for students to learn self-management skills?
In the counselor’s office
