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