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Dark Triad Personality Test

This SD3 Dark Triad Personality Test template provides a complete set of 27 questions designed to measure Machiavellianism, Narcissism, and Psychopathy traits.

3 minutes to complete

Questions for Dark Triad Personality Test

Questions

1.

It’s not wise to tell your secrets.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly Agree
  2. Agree
  3. Neutral
  4. Disagree
  5. Strongly Disagree
2.

I like to use clever manipulation to get my way.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly Agree
  2. Agree
  3. Neutral
  4. Disagree
  5. Strongly Disagree
3.

Whatever it takes, you must get the important people on your side.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly agree
  2. Agree
  3. Neutral
  4. Disagree
  5. Strongly disagree
4.

Avoid direct conflict with others because they may be useful in the future.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly Agree
  2. Agree
  3. Neutral
  4. Disagree
  5. Strongly Disagree
5.

It’s wise to keep track of information that you can use against people later.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly agree
  2. Agree
  3. Neutral
  4. Disagree
  5. Strongly disagree
6.

You should wait for the right time to get back at people.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly Agree
  2. Agree
  3. Neutral
  4. Disagree
  5. Strongly Disagree
7.

There are things you should hide from other people because they don’t need to know.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly agree
  2. Agree
  3. Neutral
  4. Disagree
  5. Strongly disagree
8.

Make sure your plans benefit you, not others.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly Agree
  2. Agree
  3. Neutral
  4. Disagree
  5. Strongly Disagree
9.

Most people can be manipulated.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly agree
  2. Agree
  3. Neutral
  4. Disagree
  5. Strongly disagree
10.

People see me as a natural leader.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly agree
  2. Agree
  3. Neutral
  4. Disagree
  5. Strongly disagree
11.

I hate being the center of attention

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly agree
  2. Agree
  3. Neutral
  4. Disagree
  5. Strongly disagree
12.

Many group activities tend to be dull without me.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly agree
  2. Agree
  3. Neutral
  4. Disagree
  5. Strongly disagree
13.

I know that I am special because everyone keeps telling me so.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly agree
  2. Agree
  3. Neutral
  4. Disagree
  5. Strongly disagree
14.

I like to get acquainted with important people.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly agree
  2. Agree
  3. Neutral
  4. Disagree
  5. Strongly disagree
15.

I feel embarrassed if someone compliments me.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly agree
  2. Agree
  3. Neutral
  4. Disagree
  5. Strongly disagree
16.

I have been compared to famous people.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly agree
  2. Agree
  3. Neutral
  4. Disagree
  5. Strongly disagree
17.

I am an average person.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly agree
  2. Agree
  3. Neutral
  4. Disagree
  5. Strongly disagree
18.

I insist on getting the respect I deserve.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly agree
  2. Agree
  3. Neutral
  4. Disagree
  5. Strongly disagree
19.

I like to get revenge on authorities.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly agree
  2. Agree
  3. Neutral
  4. Disagree
  5. Strongly disagree
20.

I avoid dangerous situations.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly agree
  2. Agree
  3. Neutral
  4. Disagree
  5. Strongly disagree
21.

Payback needs to be quick and nasty.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly agree
  2. Agree
  3. Neutral
  4. Disagree
  5. Strongly disagree
22.

People often say I’m out of control.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly agree
  2. Agree
  3. Neutral
  4. Disagree
  5. Strongly disagree
23.

It’s true that I can be mean to others.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly agree
  2. Agree
  3. Neutral
  4. Disagree
  5. Strongly disagree
24.

People who mess with me always regret it.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly agree
  2. Agree
  3. Neutral
  4. Disagree
  5. Strongly disagree
25.

I have never gotten into trouble with the law.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly agree
  2. Agree
  3. Neutral
  4. Disagree
  5. Strongly disagree
26.

I enjoy having sex with people I hardly know.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly agree
  2. Agree
  3. Neutral
  4. Disagree
  5. Strongly disagree
27.

I’ll say anything to get what I want.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly agree
  2. Agree
  3. Neutral
  4. Disagree
  5. Strongly disagree

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Here are some FAQs and additional information
on
Dark Triad Personality Test

What does the SD3 Dark Triad Personality Test measure?

The SD3 assesses three distinct but related personality traits: Machiavellianism (manipulativeness and strategic calculation), Narcissism (self-importance and a need for admiration), and Psychopathy (impulsivity and lack of empathy)

Can the SD3 test diagnose a personality disorder?

No, the SD3 is not a diagnostic tool. It is designed for educational and research purposes to help individuals understand their tendencies in these traits, but only a licensed mental health professional can diagnose a personality disorder.

How are the SD3 test results interpreted?

Each trait is scored separately by averaging responses to nine questions per trait. Scores are compared to population averages to determine if your levels are typical or elevated, but high scores do not necessarily indicate problematic behavior or a clinical issue.

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