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