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