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