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