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