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