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