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