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