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