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