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