12 Questions
Who is authorized to originate TOP SECRET classified materials?
COs of independent units
What is the responsibility of originators of classified documents?
To mark the documents in a way that the classification is easily visible
How should a classified document be marked to ensure its classification is prominent?
Marking each page with the classification centrally at the top, bottom, front, and back
What is the guidance regarding the classification on covers of a document?
The cover should bear a classification at least as high as the most highly classified section within
How should each item of minutes of meetings be marked?
Each item should have its own classification marked in the margin
What is the recommendation regarding over-classification?
To avoid over-classification and apply appropriate levels to documents
All commissioned officers and civilians of equal status are authorized to originate TOP SECRET classified materials.
False
Over-classification is recommended when dealing with classified documents to ensure maximum security.
False
A classified document should have its classification marked only on the front cover for easy visibility.
False
Each page of a document with multiple sections should bear the highest classification applicable to that specific section.
True
The covers of a document must bear a classification lower than the most highly classified section it contains.
False
Each item of a minute of meetings should be marked with the classification of the document as a whole for clarity.
False
Test your knowledge on the authority to originate classified materials based on delegation to personnel and civilians. Learn about the specific ranks and positions that have the authorization to create materials of various levels of secrecy.
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