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