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