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