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