Machiavellianism Scale (MACH-IV)

Question 1 of 20 Manipulative Tactics

Never tell anyone the real reason you did something unless it is useful to do so.


Question 2 of 20 Manipulative Tactics

The best way to handle people is to tell them what they want to hear.


Question 3 of 20 Morality

One should take action only when sure it is morally right.


Question 4 of 20 Human Nature

Most people are basically good and kind.


Question 5 of 20 Human Nature

It is safest to assume that all people have a vicious streak and it will come out when they are given a chance.


Question 6 of 20 Morality

Honesty is the best policy in all cases.


Question 7 of 20 Morality

There is no excuse for lying to someone else.


Question 8 of 20 Manipulative Tactics

It is hard to get ahead without cutting corners here and there.


Question 9 of 20 Morality

All in all, it is better to be humble and honest than important and dishonest.


Question 10 of 20 Manipulative Tactics

When you ask someone to do something for you, it is best to give the real reasons for wanting it rather than giving reasons that carry more weight.


Question 11 of 20 Human Nature

Most people who get ahead in the world lead clean, moral lives.


Question 12 of 20 Distrust

Anyone who completely trusts anyone else is asking for trouble.


Question 13 of 20 Manipulative Tactics

The biggest difference between most criminals and other people is that criminals are stupid enough to get caught.


Question 14 of 20 Human Nature

Most men are brave.


Question 15 of 20 Manipulative Tactics

It is wise to flatter important people.


Question 16 of 20 Morality

It is possible to be good in all respects.


Question 17 of 20 Human Nature

Barnum was very wrong when he said that there’s a sucker born every minute.


Question 18 of 20 Human Nature

Generally speaking, men won’t work hard unless they’re forced to do so.


Question 19 of 20 Pragmatic Beliefs

People suffering from incurable diseases should have the choice of being put painlessly to death.


Question 20 of 20 Human Nature

Most men forget more easily the death of their father than the loss of their property.