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