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Directions: In each statement, the first sentence gives a situation and the second sentence gives a reaction. For each statement indicate the number that is closest to the way you would handle the situation.

5 = You always would act this way

4 = You frequently would act this way

3 = You sometimes would act this way

2 = You seldom would act this way

1 = You never would act this way

Try to relate each question to your personal experience. Take as much time as you need to give a true and accurate answer for yourself. There is no right or wrong answer. Be honest with yourself.

Please answer all questions to get an accurate rating from this test.

Questionnaire

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You work with a friend, but some of his mannerisms and habits are getting on your nerves and irritating you. More and more you avoid interacting with or even seeing your friend

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In a moment of weaknesses, you give away a friend's secret. Your friend finds out and calls you to ask about it. You admit to it and talk with your friend about how to handle secrets better in the future

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You have a friend who never seems to have time for you. You ask him about it., telling him how you feel.

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Your friend is upset at you because you have inconvenienced him. He tells you how he feels. You tell him he is too sensitive and is over-reacting

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You had a disagreement with a friend and now he ignores you whenever he is around you. You decide to ignore him too.

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A friend has pointed out that you never seem to have time for him. You explain why you have been busy and try for a mutual understanding

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At great inconvenience, you arrange to take your friend to the doctor. When you arrive to pick him up you find he has decided not to go. You explain to him how you feel and try to reach an understanding about future favors.

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You have argued with a friend and are angry with him, ignoring him when you meet. He tells you how he feels and asks about restoring the friendship. You ignore him and walk away

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You have a secret that you have told only to your best friend. The next day, an acquaintance asks you about the secret. You deny the secret and decide to break off the relationship with your best friend

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A friend who works with you tells you about some of your mannerisms and habits that gets on his nerves. You discuss these with your friend and look for some possible ways of dealing with the problem

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Your best friend gets involved in something illegal that you believe will lead to serious trouble. You decide to tell your friend how you disapprove of his involvement in the situation

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In a moment of weakness, you give away a friend's secret. Your friend's out and calls you to ask about it. You deny it firmly.

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You have a friend who never seems to have time for you. You decide to forget him and start looking for new friends

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You are involved in something illegal, and your friend tells you of his disapproval and fear that you will get into serious trouble. You discuss it with your friend.

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You work with a friend, but some of his mannerisms and habits are getting on your nerves and irritating you. You explain your feelings to your friend, looking for a mutual solution to the problem.

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A friend has pointed out that you never seem to have time for him. You walk away.

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Your best friend gets involved in something illegal that you believe will lead to serious trouble. You decide to mind your own business.

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Your friend is upset because you have inconvenienced him. He tells you how he feels. You try to understand and agree on a way to keep it from happening again.

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You had a disagreement with a friend, and now he ignores you whenever he is around you. You tell him how his actions make you feel and ask about restoring your friendship.

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A friend who works with you tells you about some of your mannerisms and habits that get on his nerves. You listen and walk away.

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At great inconvenience, you arrange to take your friend to the doctor. When you arrive to pick him up, you find he has decided not to go. You say nothing but resolve never to do any favors for him again.

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You have argued with a friend and are angry with him, ignoring him when you meet. He tells you how he feels and asks about restoring the friendship. You discuss ways of maintaining your friendship, even when you disagree

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You have a secret that you told only to your best friend. The next day, an acquaintance asks you about the secret. You call your friend and ask him about it.

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You are involved in something illegal, and your friend tells you of his disapproval and fear that you will get into serious trouble. You tell your friend to mind his own business

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