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