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