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