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