Free RBT® 3.0 Practice Exam (Full 85-Question Mock)
Full 85-question diagnostic mock exam based on the RBT® 3.0 Test Content Outline. Choose Instant Practice Mode for real-time rationale breakdowns or Timed Board Simulator for true exam conditioning.
An RBT is recording data on a 7-year-old client who frequently taps his pencil on the desk during academic instruction. The supervisor asks the RBT to measure how many times this occurs during a 30-minute math session. The RBT records a total of 15 taps. Which continuous measurement procedure was utilized?
Understanding the RBT® 3.0 Examination Specification & Passing Standard
The Registered Behavior Technician (RBT®) credential, administered by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board® (BACB®), validates frontline paraprofessionals who deliver applied behavior analysis (ABA) services under the direct supervision of a BCBA or BCaBA. The board examination tests your operational understanding across 6 core domains containing 43 discrete competency tasks.
Administered at Pearson VUE computer testing centers, the test consists of 85 multiple-choice questions with a 90-minute time limit. Only 75 questions are graded; 10 questions are unscored experimental pilot items placed throughout the exam to calibrate difficulty for future examination forms. Because pilot items are indistinguishable from graded items, candidates must treat every question with equal clinical diligence.
Official Domain Weight Distribution & Target Accuracy
| Domain | Exam Weight | Approx. Questions | Target Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domain 1: Measurement | ~14% | 10–12 Qs | ≥ 8 / 10 |
| Domain 2: Assessment | ~10% | 8–10 Qs | ≥ 6 / 8 |
| Domain 3: Skill Acquisition | ~32% (Heaviest Domain) | 22–26 Qs | ≥ 19 / 24 |
| Domain 4: Behavior Reduction | ~16% | 11–14 Qs | ≥ 10 / 12 |
| Domain 5: Documentation and Reporting | ~12% | 8–10 Qs | ≥ 8 / 10 |
| Domain 6: Professional Conduct & Scope of Practice | ~16% | 11–13 Qs | ≥ 9 / 11 |
Complete 43-Task RBT® Study Guide
Exhaustive operational definitions, discrete trial breakdowns, and clinical scenario examples for all 6 domains.
Active Recall Flashcard Deck
Spaced-repetition terminology deck covering continuous measurement, differential reinforcement, and prompt fading.
Proven Test-Taking Strategies for RBT® Scenario Questions
1. Identify the Exact Task Code in the Vignette
When reading situational questions, immediately ask: Is this testing measurement (recording time/count), antecedent intervention (modifying the environment), skill acquisition (prompting/chaining), or behavior reduction (DRA/DRI/DRO)? This eliminates 2 out of 4 distractors instantly.
2. Watch for Negative Reinforcement vs. Punishment Traps
Negative reinforcement ALWAYS increases or maintains future behavior by removing an aversive stimulus (e.g., leaving a noisy room). Punishment ALWAYS decreases future behavior. Never confuse negative reinforcement with a disciplinary consequence.
3. Apply the Least Restrictive & Ethical Hierarchy First
In Domain 6 ethics scenarios, the correct clinical answer is consistently the least restrictive intervention that preserves client dignity and maintains strict dual relationship boundaries.
Frequently Asked Questions About the RBT® Exam
How many questions are on the real RBT® exam? ▼
The official Pearson VUE RBT exam consists of 85 multiple-choice questions. 75 questions are graded across the 6 competency domains, and 10 questions are unscored experimental pilot items.
What is the passing score for the RBT® exam? ▼
The BACB uses a scaled scoring system with a cut score calibrated to approximately 80% (around 60/75 graded questions correct). Testing results are provided immediately upon completion at Pearson VUE test centers.
How much time is allowed to complete the examination? ▼
Candidates are given exactly 90 minutes (1.5 hours) to complete all 85 questions. This averages to roughly 63 seconds per question.
What are the 6 domains tested on the RBT® Task List 3.0? ▼
The domains and their approximate weights are: Measurement (14%), Assessment (10%), Skill Acquisition (32%), Behavior Reduction (16%), Documentation and Reporting (12%), and Professional Conduct and Scope of Practice (16%).
Can I review my missed questions after taking the practice test? ▼
Yes. HealthcarePrep.org provides an instant Diagnostic Domain Radar Chart upon test submission, allowing you to review detailed rationale explanations and practice missed questions with 1 click.