A parent is trying to decrease the frequency of a child's swearing behavior.The parent observes the child and writes down a description of the behavior,antecedents,and consequences each time the child swears.In this example,the parent is using the ____________ method of ABC observation.
A) indirect
B) checklist
C) interval recording
D) descriptive

Question

A parent is trying to decrease the frequency of a child's swearing behavior.The parent observes the child and writes down a description of the behavior,antecedents,and consequences each time the child swears.In this example,the parent is using the ____________ method of ABC observation.​
A) ​indirect
B) ​checklist
C) ​interval recording
D) ​descriptive

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Descriptive observation involves observing and recording a detailed description of the behavior, antecedents, and consequences in the natural environment. This method is best suited for identifying patterns and determining possible factors that may influence the behavior. The other options, indirect, checklist and interval recording, are not appropriate for this scenario as they involve different methods of observation that may not provide a detailed understanding of the behavior.

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