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