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