In a single stimulus preference assessment, how are children allowed to interact with toys?

In a single stimulus preference assessment, children interact with one toy at a time to determine their preferences. This method involves presenting one item (in this case, a toy) to the child, allowing them to explore or play with it, which helps caregivers or behavior analysts gauge the child's interest or enjoyment level regarding the specific item. By focusing on one toy only, the assessment can effectively measure the child's reaction and engagement, leading to clearer insights about their preferences.

While allowing access to multiple toys or unlimited options may cause confusion or make it difficult to identify which toy is genuinely preferred, presenting them with one toy helps eliminate this ambiguity. It also emphasizes the individual's response to each toy in isolation, ensuring more accurate results.