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