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What is derivative classification?
What is a classified document used as source material for a new document an example of?
Derivative classification
Derivative classification has the same impact and effects as original classification.
False
What is the importance of derivative classification?
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Derivative classifiers are responsible for analyzing and evaluating information to identify elements that require classification.
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Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of derivative classifiers?
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Which of the following is a valid reason to classify information?
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Information should remain permanently classified once it is classified.
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Where can you find a listing of specific information elements that identify classification, reasons for classification, downgrading, and declassification information?
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You may rely on general rules provided by a colleague when derivatively classifying information.
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What should you do if you find a conflict in guidance regarding classification?
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Information taken from an existing classified source and generated into another form or medium is an example of _______.
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What is the concept that involves combining individual elements of unclassified information for classification?
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You will not be subject to sanctions if you accidentally leave classified materials accessible to unauthorized individuals.
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What document provides guidelines to promote information sharing?
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Which is the primary source for derivative classification?
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Match the concepts to their definitions:
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Study Notes
Derivative Classification
- Derivative classification involves using existing classified information to create new documents while marking them according to source markings.
- A classified document serves as source material for a new document, exemplifying derivative classification.
Impact of Derivative vs. Original Classification
- Derivative classification is not as impactful as original classification.
Importance of Derivative Classification
- It is crucial for protecting national security and maintaining the integrity of classified information.
Responsibilities of Derivative Classifiers
- Derivative classifiers must evaluate and analyze information to determine the classification needs.
- They do not require original classification authority to fulfill their responsibilities.
Steps in Derivative Classification
- The initial step is to establish the classification level from existing guidance. Recommendations for marking are not part of this process.
Security Classification Guide (SCG)
- The SCG provides specific elements for classification, reasons for classification, and downgrading or declassification information.
Conflict in Classification Guidance
- If there are conflicts or uncertainties regarding classification, seek input from the security manager or Facility Security Officer.
Generating Information
- Generating refers to transforming classified information into a different format (e.g., video or CD) but is not just about rewording existing content.
Key Concepts in Derivative Classification
- Concepts such as "Contained in" and "Revealed by" are essential for determining how information is classified.
- Classification by Compilation occurs when non-classified pieces, when aggregated, become classified.
Classification Criteria
- Information must meet strict criteria to be classified, including relevance to national security and military operations.
- Information that can cause embarrassment to the U.S. government is insufficient for classification.
Promoting Information Sharing
- DODM 5200.01, Volumes 1 and 2 outlines guidelines to enhance information sharing while classifying and marking data.
Sanctions for Classification Violations
- Violators of classification protocols may face administrative or UCMJ sanctions.
- Accidental mismanagement of classified materials still incurs penalties.
Challenging Classification
- If a classification challenge is partially responded to, a complete response must be accommodated within 120 days or can be forwarded to the ISCAP for further review.
General Classification Guidelines
- Information can still be classified if it aids national security, military plans, or weapon systems and operations.
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