THE ATTITUDE SCALE

Direction: Read each item of the scale carefully and on a separate sheet of paper write down the numbers of the items with
which you agree. Check a second time to make certain that you have recorded the numbers of all the items with which you
agree.
1. One should stick to a job even if it is unpleasant.
2. Errors are permissible if one does not make too many of them.
3. Failure calls for another attempt.
4. An irresponsible person gets more joy out of life.
5. The path of least resistance is the best way.
6. One should always work on the best of his ability.
7. Although it is wrong to be late, it is sometimes necessary.
8. Only a weak-kneed individual gives up when faced with difficulty.
9. One isn't expected to complete all projects.
10. Only a fool is faithful in his work.
11. It does not pay to do more work than is assigned.
12. Routine work is usually easy.
13. Complete accuracy is imperative.
14. One should strive to be accurate but little mistakes do not matter.
15. One should always wait for instructions before beginning a task.
16. Persistence is not always necessary.
17. Daily routine makes work easier.
18. Varied speed of work is a sign of instability.
19. It doesn't make any difference if one is punctual or not.
20. Accuracy is necessary in important matters but not in unimportant at ones.
21. It is better to work in spurts than according to a regular schedule.
22. Cheating frequently brings success.
23. If one does not succeed at first, there is no use in trying.
24. A person should work regularly at some tasks but not at others.
25. One task should always be completed before starting another.
26. Persistence is not always rewarded by success.
 THE ATTITUDE SCALE
Direction: Read each item of the scale carefully and on a separate sheet of paper write down the numbers of the items with
which you agree. Check a second time to make certain that you have recorded the numbers of all the items with which you
agree.
1. One should stick to a job even if it is unpleasant.
2. Errors are permissible if one does not make too many of them.
3. Failure calls for another attempt.
4. An irresponsible person gets more joy out of life.
5. The path of least resistance is the best way.
6. One should always work on the best of his ability.
7. Although it is wrong to be late, it is sometimes necessary.
8. Only a weak-kneed individual gives up when faced with difficulty.
9. One isn't expected to complete all projects.
10. Only a fool is faithful in his work.
11. It does not pay to do more work than is assigned.
12. Routine work is usually easy.
13. Complete accuracy is imperative.
14. One should strive to be accurate but little mistakes do not matter.
15. One should always wait for instructions before beginning a task.
16. Persistence is not always necessary.
17. Daily routine makes work easier.
18. Varied speed of work is a sign of instability.
19. It doesn't make any difference if one is punctual or not.
20. Accuracy is necessary in important matters but not in unimportant at ones.
21. It is better to work in spurts than according to a regular schedule.
22. Cheating frequently brings success.
23. If one does not succeed at first, there is no use in trying.
24. A person should work regularly at some tasks but not at others.
25. One task should always be completed before starting another.
26. Persistence is not always rewarded by success.