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