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