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