The use of the term "investigator" as a descriptor for both researchers and practitioners suggests that for both professionals the common agenda is to __________.
A) research new ways to improve behavior
B) learn what is going on with a target behavior
C) learn the most effective way to treat a target behavior
D) learn how to create projects with strong experimental control

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The term "investigator" implies that the professional is investigating or researching a target behavior to understand what is going on with it. While researchers may be focused on developing new ways to improve behavior and creating projects with strong experimental control, practitioners are more focused on finding the most effective way to treat a behavior that is currently happening. Therefore, option B is the most inclusive of both researchers and practitioners.

The Use of the Term "Investigator" as a Descriptor for Both