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