Nonexclusion time-out keeps the learner in the instructional area, while exclusion time-out removes them.

• A. False
• B. Not sure
• C. True
• D. Not applicable

Answer: (C)

Time-out procedures differentiate by whether the learner stays in the setting or is removed from it. In nonexclusion time-out, the learner remains in the instructional area and is temporarily unable to access reinforcement. The disruption is managed within the room, often by limiting access to preferred activities or using a cue, but the student stays in view with the rest of the environment unchanged. In exclusion time-out, the learner is removed from the instructional area to a different, less reinforcing location for the duration of the time-out.

So the statement that nonexclusion time-out keeps the learner in the instructional area while exclusion time-out removes them is true. For example, a nonexclusion time-out might involve the student staying in the room but not participating in activities for a short period, whereas an exclusion time-out would involve sending the student to another room or area away from the group.