In discussing his child's problem behaviors with a therapist, Fred is asked to review a checklist of more than 100 specific problem behaviors and place a check mark next to
Each behavior that applies to his child. This checklist is known as a ______.
A) behavioral rating scale
B) behavioral approach task
C) social desirability scale
D) social reactivity scale

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A behavioral rating scale is a tool used to assess and quantify behavior problems. It typically consists of a list of specific behaviors that are commonly categorized as problematic and the person completing the scale indicates which of those behaviors apply to the individual being assessed. The other options (B, C, D) are not specific types of behavior rating scales.

In Discussing His Child's Problem Behaviors with a Therapist, Fred