When gathering baseline data for a behavior modification program, it is necessary to record all of the following EXCEPT
A) monitor the antecedents of the target behavior.
B) monitor the consequences of the target behavior.
C) determine the initial frequency of the target behavior.
D) determine how you can reduce the frequency of the target behavior.

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The statement "determine how you can reduce the frequency of the target behavior" is not a necessary step when gathering baseline data, as this step is part of the behavior modification program design, not data gathering. The other options (monitoring antecedents and consequences, and determining initial frequency) are all important steps in gathering baseline data.

When Gathering Baseline Data for a Behavior Modification Program, It