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What is derivative classification?
The process of using existing classified information to create new documents or material and marking the new material consistent with the classification markings that apply to the source information.
Derivative classification has the same impact and effects as original classification.
False
Who is responsible for analyzing and evaluating information to identify elements that require classification?
Derivative classifiers
When derivatively classifying a document, one must carefully analyze the material they classify.
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All of the following are steps in derivative classification EXCEPT:
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Where can you find a listing of specific information elements that identify their classification?
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If the authorized sources do not provide sufficient guidance, what should you do?
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Each of these are ways of incorporating classified source material into new material EXCEPT:
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What concept is used to derivatively classify the statement in the new document about Cpl Rice and Sgt Davis attending the exercise?
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What concept was used to determine the derivative classification of the new document when the process takes three hours?
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What concept was used to determine the derivative classification of the new document about Bravo Company departing for Exercise Peace Keeper?
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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, and what concept is used?
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To be classified or maintained as classified, information must meet all of the following criteria EXCEPT:
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Information may be classified if it concerns failed scientific research but does not harm national security.
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All of the following are ways to promote the sharing of information EXCEPT:
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You may be subject to criminal sanctions if you engage in the unauthorized disclosure of information.
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What sanctions might be imposed on military personnel who knowingly leak classified information?
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Which of the following are administrative sanctions? (Select all that apply)
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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?
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What is the classification of the statement in the new document referring to BLUE EAGLE?
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Study Notes
Derivative Classification Overview
- Derivative classification involves creating new documents using existing classified information, ensuring new materials carry the correct classification markings.
- The impact of derivative classification is not equivalent to that of original classification.
Responsibilities and Analysis
- Derivative classifiers must analyze and evaluate information to determine what needs classification.
- Careful analysis is essential in the derivative classification process to ensure proper classification of the document.
Steps and Guidance
- Key steps in derivative classification include assessing the need for protection of information but do not include making initial determinations for classification.
- Security Classification Guides (SCGs) provide essential information on classification elements, including classification reasons and declassification information.
- In cases of insufficient guidance from authorized sources, personnel should consult their Security Manager or Facility Security Officer.
Classification Concepts
- Incorporating classified source material into new documents does not include planning as a classification method.
- Classification by Compilation applies when new documents derive classifications from compiling various classified elements, even if individual elements are unclassified.
- "Contained in" is a concept used when a new document repeats information from a source that is classified.
Criteria for Classification
- To justify classification, the information must relate to national security, not merely cause embarrassment to the U.S. Government.
- Information owned by the U.S. Government may be classified only if its unauthorized disclosure could harm national security.
Information Sharing and Sanctions
- Promoting information sharing among government entities and the public does not include automatically declassifying information.
- Unauthorized disclosure of classified information can result in criminal sanctions, including incarceration and discharge from military service.
- Administrative sanctions for violations can include revocation of security eligibility and suspension without pay.
Challenging Classifications
- If a classification challenge receives an incomplete response, the individual may forward the challenge to the Interagency Security Classification Appeals Panel (ISCAP) after 120 days.
Examples and Classification Status
- Properly marked documents maintain their significance in new statements; for instance, a new document referencing an exercise name maintains its classification.
- If information is deemed unclassified, it should clearly indicate as such in any new documents created.
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