Praxis Style Questions

Multiple Choice

Praxis Style Questions
-Joslyn has severe autism and exhibits several repetitive self-injurious behaviors.To address these behaviors,Joslyn's parents and teachers are engaging in a functional behavioral assessment.Which of the following is an intended outcome of this assessment process?

A) To determine if Joslyn qualifies for special education with the label of autism.
B) To determine the purpose of Joslyn's self-injurious behaviors.
C) To develop a system of punishing Joslyn when she exhibits such behaviors.
D) To increase Joslyn's academic skills so the negative behaviors will subside.