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