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What are the five dimensions by which behavior can be objectively measured?
Once these are established, teachers must identify the dimensions of the behavior to
be measured and determine how the dimensions will be measured.
The five primary dimensions of behavior are frequency, duration, rate, latency, and
intensity. Frequency refers to a simple count of the number of times a behavior occurs.
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What is measurable behavior?
Behavior is an action that is observable and measurable. Behavior is observable. It is
what we see or hear, such as a student sitting down, standing up, speaking, whispering,
yelling, or writing. ... Behavior is measurable. This means that the teacher can define
and describe the behavior.