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