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