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