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