RBT Practice Exam 2 | 85 Questions

Welcome to our 85-Question RBT Practice Exam 2. This comprehensive practice test has been meticulously designed to match the format, content distribution, and difficulty level of the actual Registered Behavior Technician certification exam. Developed by experienced Board Certified Behavior Analysts with extensive knowledge of the current RBT Task List 2.0, this practice exam provides an authentic simulation of the testing experience you’ll encounter when sitting for your certification.

Each question has been carefully crafted to assess your understanding of key concepts, procedures, and ethical guidelines that RBTs must master. The question distribution precisely mirrors the percentages found on the actual exam across all six content areas, ensuring a representative practice experience.

Upon completion, you’ll receive detailed feedback on your performance, including content area analysis, knowledge gap identification, and personalized study recommendations. This exam is an invaluable tool in your certification preparation journey, helping you build both confidence and competence as you approach your test date.

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What This 85-Question RBT Practice Exam Covers?

This practice exam comprehensively covers all six content areas of the RBT Task List 2.0, with question distribution precisely matching the percentages on the actual certification exam:

Content Area Distribution

Content Area	Number of Questions	Percentage	Actual Exam Percentage
A. Measurement	12	14%	14%
B. Assessment	10	12%	12%
C. Skill Acquisition	24	28%	28%
D. Behavior Reduction	23	27%	27%
E. Documentation	8	9%	9%
F. Professional Conduct	8	9%	9%
Total	85	100%	100%

Instructions for Taking This Practice Exam

To maximize the benefits of this practice exam:

Create test-like conditions:
- Set aside 90 uninterrupted minutes
- Find a quiet location free from distractions
- Turn off electronic notifications
- Use only a blank paper and pencil for notes (as allowed in the actual exam)
Approach strategically:
- Read each question carefully before reviewing answer options
- Pace yourself (approximately 1 minute per question)
- Use the “Mark for Review” feature for difficult questions
- Answer all questions, even if you must make an educated guess
After completion:
- Review your performance analysis thoroughly
- Focus on understanding why incorrect answers were wrong
- Identify content areas needing additional study
- Use results to guide your remaining preparation time

Remember that this practice exam is designed to be challenging. Many successful RBTs don’t achieve passing scores on their first practice attempts, so view this as a valuable learning tool rather than simply a pass/fail assessment.

Understanding Your RBT Practice Exam Results

After completing this 85-question practice exam, your performance will be analyzed across the six content areas of the RBT Task List 2.0. This comprehensive analysis will help you:

Identify your strengths and weaknesses in specific content areas
Target your remaining study time more effectively
Track your progress compared to previous practice exam attempts
Develop confidence in areas where you’re performing well

Score Interpretation

To pass the actual RBT certification exam, you need to achieve a score of 75% or higher. Your performance on this practice exam should be interpreted as follows:

85% or higher: Excellent preparation level with strong understanding across content areas
75-84%: Good preparation level meeting the passing threshold
65-74%: Approaching readiness with some gaps requiring focused study
Below 65%: Significant study needed before taking the certification exam

Remember that many successful RBTs initially scored below the passing threshold on practice exams before going on to pass their certification test after targeted study.

Next Steps After Completing Practice Exam 2

Based on your performance, consider the following next steps:

Review all incorrect answers thoroughly with their explanations
Identify patterns in the types of questions you missed
Create a focused study plan targeting your weakest content areas
Use our content-specific study resources for areas needing improvement
Take additional practice exams to continue assessing your progress

Ready to Begin?

Take your time, read each question carefully, and select the best answer from the options provided. Remember that this practice exam is designed to be challenging, so don’t be discouraged if you find some questions difficult.

Good luck!

RBT Practice Exam 2 | 85 Questions | BACB Aligned

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RBT Practice Exam 2 Questions

Which of the following is an example of a conditioned negative reinforcer?

When implementing a visual schedule with a client, the RBT should:

Which of the following best describes the process of stimulus fading?

Which of the following is an appropriate way for an RBT to respond when a client becomes frustrated during a difficult task?

An RBT collects frequency data on a target behavior across five consecutive sessions with the following results: 12, 10, 14, 9, 15. What is the mean (average) frequency of the behavior across these sessions?

Which of the following is the MOST objective way to define \\\\\\\"aggression\\\\\\\" for data collection purposes?

An RBT is implementing a 30-minute session with a client. The client consistently requests breaks every 3-5 minutes. The RBT should:

When collecting partial interval recording data, which of the following statements is correct?

Which of the following is NOT considered a potential unintended effect of reinforcement?

During a session, an RBT observes that a client independently requests a break using their communication device instead of engaging in the problem behavior that had previously served an escape function. This is an example of:

An RBT is implementing a least-to-most prompting hierarchy. The client isn\\\\\\\'t responding to the current prompt level. The RBT should:

Which data collection method would be most appropriate for measuring the duration of independent play?

When transferring materials to a client\\\\\\\'s home setting, the RBT should:

Which of the following is an example of a multiple-stimulus without replacement preference assessment?

An RBT is implementing a discrete trial teaching procedure. After the client responds correctly, the RBT should:

Which of the following is NOT an appropriate activity for an RBT to engage in without direct supervision?

An RBT should document medical concerns or side effects potentially related to a client\\\'s medication by:

When using a variable ratio schedule of reinforcement, the RBT delivers reinforcement:

An RBT notices a pattern in a client\\\'s data: problem behavior increases significantly at the beginning of each session but decreases after about 10 minutes. The RBT should:

When analyzing a graph of behavior data, which of the following patterns would suggest the intervention is effective in increasing a target behavior?

Which of the following is NOT a component of a behavior contract?

When using a continuous measurement system, the RBT records:

According to the RBT Ethics Code, what should an RBT do if asked to perform a task outside their training or competence?

When implementing a group contingency in a classroom, which of the following would be most appropriate?

A client has mastered a skill in a structured teaching environment. Which of the following should be the next step in programming?

Which of the following should be documented in a client\\\'s session notes?

An RBT is implementing an extinction procedure for attention-maintained screaming. Which of the following would be considered an extinction burst?

When implementing a prompt fading procedure using a time delay, the RBT:

Which of the following best defines motivating operations?

An RBT is working with a client who begins to exhibit signs of physical illness during a session. The RBT should:

Which of the following is NOT a component of Natural Environment Teaching (NET)?

RBTs must maintain client confidentiality by:

When conducting a paired-stimulus preference assessment, the RBT notices that the client consistently selects items placed on the right side regardless of what they are. The RBT should:

Which of the following is an example of a discriminated operant?

When implementing a token economy, which of the following practices is MOST important for its effectiveness?

An RBT is implementing a behavior plan that includes differential reinforcement of alternative behavior (DRA). The client has not displayed the alternative behavior for several sessions. The RBT should:

Which of the following is NOT part of the RBT\'s role in conducting a preference assessment?

When graphing frequency data, which of the following would be appropriate for the y-axis?

An RBT is teaching a client to follow a multi-step direction using backward chaining. Which of the following procedures is correct?

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of high-quality operational definitions of target behaviors?

An RBT is teaching a child to request using picture exchange. When the child independently exchanged the picture for a requested item, this type of verbal behavior is called:

When collecting data using whole interval recording, the RBT records the behavior as occurring only if:

Which of the following is an important ethical consideration when implementing physical prompts with a client?

An RBT observes that a client engages in property destruction when presented with demands, but not during free play. This observation suggests that the function of the behavior might be:

Which of the following is NOT a typical component of a behavior skills training (BST) procedure?

When implementing an intervention that involves multiple staff members, which of the following is MOST important for maintaining treatment integrity?

An RBT notices that a client\'s problem behavior occurs primarily during transition times. Based on this pattern, which antecedent intervention might be appropriate to suggest to the supervisor?

Which of the following would be the MOST appropriate method for measuring a client\'s ability to maintain eye contact during conversations?

When reviewing client data with a supervising BCBA, the RBT should:

An RBT is implementing a program that teaches the client to identify colors. In the first teaching session, the RBT presents a red card and a blue card and says, \"Point to red.\" This type of discrimination training is called:

When implementing a program that uses a changing criterion design, the RBT should:

A client\'s behavior intervention plan includes a procedure where the client receives a break after completing 5 tasks. This is an example of:

An RBT is implementing a chaining procedure to teach a client to tie shoes. The client has mastered steps 1-3 of the 8-step task analysis. According to best practice, the RBT should now:

Which of the following would NOT be an appropriate time for an RBT to complete documentation of a session?

An RBT is teaching a client to wait appropriately in line. Which of the following would be the most socially valid measure of success?

Which of the following is the best example of a functional communication training (FCT) intervention?

Which of the following describes the correct process for implementing a most-to-least prompting procedure?

When implementing a program using differential reinforcement of incompatible behavior (DRI), the RBT reinforces:

An RBT observes that a client frequently engages in hand-flapping during television time, but rarely during other activities. Which statement is most accurate regarding this pattern?

Which of the following is an example of a setting event that might influence behavior?

What is the primary purpose of conducting interobserver agreement (IOA) checks?

An RBT is teaching a child to identify common objects. The RBT holds up a ball and asks, \"What is it?\" This type of verbal operant is:

Which of the following describes the correct procedure for presenting a least-to-most prompting hierarchy?

An RBT is working with a 16-year-old client who asks the RBT not to share certain session data with their parents. The RBT should:

During a session, a novel person enters the room and the client begins engaging in challenging behavior. Which type of assessment information might this observation contribute to?

An RBT is teaching a client to wash hands using a task analysis. The client consistently struggles with turning on the water but can complete all other steps independently. The RBT should:

In which of the following situations would an RBT be required to submit a mandatory report of suspected abuse?

When teaching a client to discriminate between similar stimuli (e.g., letters b and d), which of the following strategies would be most effective?

An RBT is implementing a differential reinforcement of low rates (DRL) procedure. This involves:

When collecting data on problem behavior that has already been defined and categorized, an RBT notices a new topography of behavior that seems to serve the same function. The RBT should:

Which of the following is NOT typically considered when selecting a functional communication response to replace problem behavior?

An RBT notices that a client engages in self-injury when they make mistakes during academic tasks. What function might this behavior serve?

When graphing client data, which of the following would indicate an effective intervention for decreasing problem behavior?

An RBT is preparing to transition a 18-year-old client to adult services. Which of the following should be included in the transition planning?

When teaching a client to request items using a picture exchange system, the RBT notices that the client is only requesting items when the RBT physically prompts the exchange. This suggests the client may be experiencing:

According to the BACB Ethics Code for RBTs, which of the following is correct regarding dual relationships?

An RBT is using in-vivo exposure to help a client overcome a fear of dogs. Which of the following approaches would be most appropriate?