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