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Directions: On the following screens there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale below to describe how accurately each statement describes you. Describe yourself as you generally are now, not as you wish to be in the future. Describe yourself as you honestly see yourself, in relation to other people you know of the same sex as you are, and roughly your same age. So that you can describe yourself in an honest manner, your responses will be kept in absolute confidence. Please read each statement carefully, and then fill in the bubble that corresponds to the number on the scale.





INFORMED CONSENT

Researcher: Kelly Carper

Research Supervisor: Jerry Palmer, Ph. D.

Title: Developing a Public Domain Integrity Test for Pre-employment Screening


I am a graduate student at Eastern Kentucky University conducting a research study in which you will be required to identify the extent to which you exhibit certain traits and behaviors. Your participation should take no longer than 1 hour.

Your participation in this research is voluntary and you have the right to refuse to answer any question or withdraw yourself from the research at anytime without notice or penalty. All responses will be anonymous.

An explanation of the study will be given upon your completion or withdraw from the study. If you wish to participate in this study and all of your questions have been answered you may proceed by clicking on the continue button.
 
 
Directions: Below, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale below to describe how accurately each statement describes you. Describe yourself as you generally are now, not as you wish to be in the future. Describe yourself as you honestly see yourself, in relation to other people you know of the same sex as you are, and roughly your same age. So that you can describe yourself in an honest manner, your responses will be kept in absolute confidence. Please read each statement carefully, and then fill in the bubble that corresponds to the number on the scale.

1 = Very Inaccurate

5 = Very Accurate

1 2 3 4 5
I know immediately what to do.
I start conversations.
I am polite to strangers.
I need the approval of others.
I am able to cooperate with others.
I use others for my own ends.
I often make a fuss.
I am guided by my moods.
I know how to get around the rules.
I talk even when I know I shouldn't.
1 2 3 4 5
I prefer to do things by myself.
I prefer variety to routine.
I often forget to put things back in their proper place.
I overestimate my achievements.
I like music.
I have excellent ideas.
I feel othersÂ’ emotions.
I try to forgive and forget.
I leave my belongings lying around.
I admit it when I make a mistake.
1 2 3 4 5
I enjoy watching dance performances.
I like to gossip.
I boast about my virtues.
I lose my temper.
I see beauty in things that others might not notice.
I believe in the power of fate.
I like order.
I spend more than I can afford.
I talk about sex.
I get stressed out easily.
1 2 3 4 5
I think that all will be well.
I follow a schedule.
I like to act on a whim.
I talk to a lot of different people at parties.
I believe some people are born lucky.
I know what I am doing.
I waste my time.
I believe that the end justifies the means.
I am preoccupied with myself.
I like to begin new things.
1 2 3 4 5
I wait for my turn.
I live in a world of my own.
I am open to change.
I keep myself well groomed.
I like to sleep on things before acting.
I know why I do things.
I dare to say anything.
I love action.
I like harmony in my life.
I love to think up new ways of doing things.
1 2 3 4 5
I talk mainly about myself.
I love to come up with objections.
I act wild and crazy.
I investigate all possibilities.
I am afraid of providing criticism.
I have little to say.
I stay in touch with old acquaintances.
I insult people.
I demand attention.
I am often in a bad mood.
1 2 3 4 5
I try to maintain a pleasant atmosphere.
I make rash decisions.
I want to prove myself.
I take time out for others.
I try to fool others.
I believe that people are essentially evil.
I like concerts.
I like to be alone.
I enjoy going to art museums.
I blurt out whatever comes into my mind.
1 2 3 4 5
I say inappropriate things.
I splurge.
I would make a high-risk investment.
I am easily annoyed.
I am likely to show off if I get the chance.
I rush into things.
I pay attention to details.
I have a good imagination.
I disregard rules.
I carry out my plans.
1 2 3 4 5
I disregard the opinions of others.
I seldom get mad.
I cheat to get ahead.
I stand behind my actions.
I do dangerous things.
I can't do without the company of others.
I keep my emotions under control.
I like to visit new places.
I am what I appear to be.
I return extra change when a cashier makes a mistake.
1 2 3 4 5
I use swear words.
I shirk (get out of) my duties.
I love to eat.
I am willing to try anything once.
I believe that I am better than others.
I turn my back on others.
I can't stand confrontations.
I react intensely.
I act at the expense of others.
I take advantage of others.
1 2 3 4 5
I seek adventure.
I jump into things without thinking.
I care about justice.
I keep my promises.
I spend time reflecting on things.
I can take strong measures.
I know that anyone who tries can get a job.
I respect authority.
I like changes.
I am able to control my cravings.
1 2 3 4 5
I make a mess of things.
I stick to the rules.
I have a rich vocabulary.
I would cheat on my taxes.
I try to impress others.
I pretend to be concerned for others.
I would go hang gliding or bungee jumping.
I interfere in other people's business.
I would take things that aren't mine.
I give up hope.
1 2 3 4 5
I believe that unfortunate events occur because of bad luck.
I believe that my success depends on ability rather than luck.
I believe that people seldom tell you the whole truth.
I act according to my conscience.
I have difficulty understanding abstract ideas.
I act comfortably with others.
I make demands on others.
I misuse power.
I reflect on things before acting.
I suspect hidden motives in others.
1 2 3 4 5
I have a soft heart.
I conform to others' opinions.
I get chores and tasks done right away.
I make people feel at ease.
I use flattery to get ahead.
I think of others first.
I tell the truth.
I do the opposite of what is asked.
I change my mood a lot.
I can't be bothered with other's needs.
1 2 3 4 5
I obstruct others' plans.
I believe in human goodness.
I believe that the world is controlled by a few powerful people.
I worry about things.
I complain.
I let others finish what they are saying.
I often eat too much.
I know limits.
I am prepared.
I overindulge.
 
 
Directions: Select the response that most accurately represents your behavior during the last 3 years, as compared to your peer group.
If you are not currently working, answer the questions in relation to the last job that you held.

1 = Never

2 = Rarely

3 = Occasionally

4 = Frequently

5 = Always

1 2 3 4 5
a. I have used drugs at work
b. I have used alcohol at work.
c. I have stolen from an employer.
d. I have called in sick to work when I was really not sick.
e. I have carried a weapon to work.
f. I have lied about reasons for arriving to work late.
g. I have skipped college classes.
h. I have stolen money from strangers, family, or friends.
i. I have been arrested for drunk driving.
j. I have been convicted of a felony.
1 2 3 4 5
k. I have been arrested for a non-alcohol related offense.
l. I have gotten into a physical fight.
m. I have been convicted of a misdemeanor.
n. I have been arrested for public drunkenness.
o. I use illegal drugs.
p. I skip classes.
 
 
 
 
   
 
 
 
4. Gender:
Male Female
 
 
 
How many credit hours are you taking this semester?
   
 
 
 
What was your grade point average last semester? (if this is your first semester, put n/a in the blank)
   
 
 
 
Academic Major:
   
 
 
8. 
Status (check one):
 
Senior
 
Junior
 
Sophomore
 
Freshman
 
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