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