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