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