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All of the following are responsibilities of derivative classifiers EXCEPT
All of the following are responsibilities of derivative classifiers EXCEPT
What is the primary source for derivative classification?
What is the primary source for derivative classification?
Security Classification Guide (SCG)
Information taken directly from an existing classified source and stated verbatim in a new or different document is an example of?
Information taken directly from an existing classified source and stated verbatim in a new or different document is an example of?
Extracting
Which concept was used to determine the derivative classification of the new document that states: 'The weapon may successfully be deployed at a range of 70 miles'?
Which concept was used to determine the derivative classification of the new document that states: 'The weapon may successfully be deployed at a range of 70 miles'?
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Is it possible for classification to be raised if your new material combines pieces of information that are not individually classified?
Is it possible for classification to be raised if your new material combines pieces of information that are not individually classified?
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In order to classify information, the information must concern at least one of the _____ categories specified in Executive Order 13526.
In order to classify information, the information must concern at least one of the _____ categories specified in Executive Order 13526.
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To promote information sharing, certain guidelines must be followed in DOD Manual 5200.01, Volumes 1 and 3, when classifying and marking information.
To promote information sharing, certain guidelines must be followed in DOD Manual 5200.01, Volumes 1 and 3, when classifying and marking information.
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What is your recourse if the classifying agency does not provide a full response within 120 days after challenging the classification of information?
What is your recourse if the classifying agency does not provide a full response within 120 days after challenging the classification of information?
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What is the classification of the statement 'Shaw will be unavailable on 10 October due to participation in the training exercise BLUE EAGLE'?
What is the classification of the statement 'Shaw will be unavailable on 10 October due to participation in the training exercise BLUE EAGLE'?
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What is derivative classification?
What is derivative classification?
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What document provides basic guidance and regulatory requirements for derivative classification for DoD personnel?
What document provides basic guidance and regulatory requirements for derivative classification for DoD personnel?
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What is the importance of derivative classification?
What is the importance of derivative classification?
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Consulting the Original Classification Authority (OCA) is the first step in the derivative classification process.
Consulting the Original Classification Authority (OCA) is the first step in the derivative classification process.
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Who bears principal responsibility for derivative classification accuracy in new products?
Who bears principal responsibility for derivative classification accuracy in new products?
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The first step in derivatively classifying a new document is to determine the classification level based on existing classification guidance.
The first step in derivatively classifying a new document is to determine the classification level based on existing classification guidance.
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All of the following are steps in derivative classification EXCEPT:
All of the following are steps in derivative classification EXCEPT:
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Security Classification Guides (SCG) are the primary sources for derivative classification.
Security Classification Guides (SCG) are the primary sources for derivative classification.
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If you find a conflict in guidance, or you are uncertain about how to classify the new content, what should you do first?
If you find a conflict in guidance, or you are uncertain about how to classify the new content, what should you do first?
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Mark can rely on general rules given by an experienced colleague when derivatively classifying information.
Mark can rely on general rules given by an experienced colleague when derivatively classifying information.
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Generating occurs when information is taken from an authorized classification guidance source and is reworded in a new or different document.
Generating occurs when information is taken from an authorized classification guidance source and is reworded in a new or different document.
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Each of these are ways of incorporating classified source material into new material EXCEPT:
Each of these are ways of incorporating classified source material into new material EXCEPT:
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Select ALL the correct responses. The concept of 'contained in' includes which of the following?
Select ALL the correct responses. The concept of 'contained in' includes which of the following?
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When derivative classifiers incorporate classified information from existing content into a new document, and no additional interpretation or analysis is needed to deduce the classification of that information is an example of the concept of _____
When derivative classifiers incorporate classified information from existing content into a new document, and no additional interpretation or analysis is needed to deduce the classification of that information is an example of the concept of _____
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The source document states: (S) The range of the weapon is 70 miles. The new document states: (S) The weapon may successfully be deployed at a range of 70 miles. Which concept was used to determine the derivative classification of the new document?
The source document states: (S) The range of the weapon is 70 miles. The new document states: (S) The weapon may successfully be deployed at a range of 70 miles. Which concept was used to determine the derivative classification of the new document?
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Which statement applies to the classification concept of 'Revealed by'?
Which statement applies to the classification concept of 'Revealed by'?
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Your new material may aggregate pieces of information that are not individually classified, but when presented together they render your new material classified. This classification concept is called _____
Your new material may aggregate pieces of information that are not individually classified, but when presented together they render your new material classified. This classification concept is called _____
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The only lawful reason to classify information is to protect national security.
The only lawful reason to classify information is to protect national security.
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To promote information sharing, certain guidelines must be followed in DoD Manual 5200.01, Volumes 1 and 2, when classifying and marking information.
To promote information sharing, certain guidelines must be followed in DoD Manual 5200.01, Volumes 1 and 2, when classifying and marking information.
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You may be subject to criminal sanctions if you engage in the unauthorized disclosure of information.
You may be subject to criminal sanctions if you engage in the unauthorized disclosure of information.
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Sarabeth will not be subject to sanctions because Miguel has a clearance and works for the same agency.
Sarabeth will not be subject to sanctions because Miguel has a clearance and works for the same agency.
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Which of the following are criminal sanctions?
Which of the following are criminal sanctions?
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If the classification in the existing content seems incorrect, or there is conflicting guidance from authorized sources, you are required to seek further guidance.
If the classification in the existing content seems incorrect, or there is conflicting guidance from authorized sources, you are required to seek further guidance.
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What is the classification of the new document when the source document details the exercise will begin on 4 May and end on 25 May?
What is the classification of the new document when the source document details the exercise will begin on 4 May and end on 25 May?
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The properly marked source document states:
The properly marked source document states:
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What concept is used to derivatively classify a new document if the properly marked source document states there will be 80,000 troops deployed?
What concept is used to derivatively classify a new document if the properly marked source document states there will be 80,000 troops deployed?
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What document provides guidelines to promote information sharing?
What document provides guidelines to promote information sharing?
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You may be subject to administrative, Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ), or criminal sanctions if you engage in any of the following EXCEPT: submitting a formal challenge to information that may be improperly classified.
You may be subject to administrative, Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ), or criminal sanctions if you engage in any of the following EXCEPT: submitting a formal challenge to information that may be improperly classified.
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Sarabeth should stop the conversation before any classified information is discussed to avoid sanctions.
Sarabeth should stop the conversation before any classified information is discussed to avoid sanctions.
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Select ALL the correct responses. Which of the following are administrative sanctions?
Select ALL the correct responses. Which of the following are administrative sanctions?
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If you come across information you think was improperly or unnecessarily classified, you should challenge the classification.
If you come across information you think was improperly or unnecessarily classified, you should challenge the classification.
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What is the classification of the new document based on the Security Classification Guide (SCG)?
What is the classification of the new document based on the Security Classification Guide (SCG)?
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Derivative classification does not have the same impact and effects as original classification.
Derivative classification does not have the same impact and effects as original classification.
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Select ALL the correct responses. Derivative classifiers must:
Select ALL the correct responses. Derivative classifiers must:
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When derivatively classifying a document, one must carefully analyze the material they classify.
When derivatively classifying a document, one must carefully analyze the material they classify.
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What is a Security Classification Guide (SCG)?
What is a Security Classification Guide (SCG)?
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Where can you find a listing of specific information elements that identify their classification, reason for classification, downgrading, and declassification information?
Where can you find a listing of specific information elements that identify their classification, reason for classification, downgrading, and declassification information?
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Generating occurs when information is taken from an authorized classification guidance source and is reworded in a new or different document.
Generating occurs when information is taken from an authorized classification guidance source and is reworded in a new or different document.
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What concept is used to derivatively classify a new statement concerning attendees of an exercise?
What concept is used to derivatively classify a new statement concerning attendees of an exercise?
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What is the concept used when a new document states that the range of the weapon remains the same as in the source document?
What is the concept used when a new document states that the range of the weapon remains the same as in the source document?
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When combining elements of unclassified information to produce a new association that needs protection, this is called:
When combining elements of unclassified information to produce a new association that needs protection, this is called:
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Information may be classified if it is owned by the U.S. Government, its unauthorized disclosure could embarrass the Government but not harm national security, and it concerns failed scientific research.
Information may be classified if it is owned by the U.S. Government, its unauthorized disclosure could embarrass the Government but not harm national security, and it concerns failed scientific research.
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Select ALL the correct responses. What reasons prohibit information from being classified?
Select ALL the correct responses. What reasons prohibit information from being classified?
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What document provides guidelines to promote information sharing?
What document provides guidelines to promote information sharing?
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What is required if authorized sources do not provide sufficient guidance?
What is required if authorized sources do not provide sufficient guidance?
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What should you do when you think information may be improperly classified?
What should you do when you think information may be improperly classified?
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Study Notes
Derivative Classification Overview
- Derivative classification involves creating new documents using existing classified information while applying the same classification markings as the source material.
- It is guided by DoDM 5200.01, which outlines the DoD Information Security Program.
Importance and Responsibilities
- Protects national security by ensuring classified information is correctly managed.
- Original classifiers bear the main responsibility for accuracy in derivative classifications.
Classification Process
- The first step in derivative classification is determining the classification level based on existing guidance.
- Security Classification Guides (SCG) serve as primary sources for derivative classification.
- If there is uncertainty or conflicting guidance, it is essential to consult a security manager or Facility Security Officer.
Concepts of Classification
- "Contained in" refers to information that can be classified without additional interpretation.
- "Revealed by" indicates that additional analysis is required to deduce classification levels.
- "Classification by Compilation" occurs when unclassified data combines to create a classified context.
Guidelines and Policies
- Information may only be classified to protect national security; other reasons such as preventing embarrassment are prohibited.
- Certain guidelines in DoD Manual 5200.01 must be followed to promote information sharing.
Legal and Administrative Sanctions
- Engaging in unauthorized disclosure of classified information can result in severe penalties, including administrative sanctions and criminal charges.
- All cleared contractor employees must adhere to policies outlined in the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual.
Handling Classified Information
- Derivative classifiers must always analyze and evaluate information and have access to classification guidance.
- Information can be classified if it involves areas specified in Executive Order 13526.
Reporting and Challenges
- If improper classification is suspected, individuals are encouraged to formally challenge it.
- Should a classifying agency provide an incomplete response to a challenge, individuals can escalate the issue to the Interagency Security Classification Appeals Panel (ISCAP).
Classification Examples
- A statement reflecting the exercise dates is classified as Secret if it reveals information categorized under existing SCG.
- Even when a new document contains information from different classified sources, if it allows the deduction of classified data, it can be classified.
Addressing Misclassification
- If classification appears incorrect, further guidance should be sought immediately.
- Presence of classified content in discussions must be limited to those with a legitimate need-to-know.
Conclusion
- Understanding derivative classification is essential for maintaining national security and protecting classified information from unauthorized disclosure.
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