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