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DoD and contractor personnel must receive refresher training at least once every ___ years or their derivative classification authority is suspended.
Two
Only people with authority to make original classification decisions may derivatively classify documents.
False
What concept is used to derivatively classify the new document?
Derivative classification
What does the source document state regarding classification?
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Which of the following is a valid reason to classify information?
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If the classifying agency does not provide a full response within 120 days, what can you do?
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Which of the following are ways of incorporating classified source material into new material except?
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Which of the following statements apply to the classification concept of classification by compilation?
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What provides basic guidance and regulatory requirements for derivative classification for DoD personnel?
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It is crucial that derivative classifiers follow appropriate procedures and observe all requirements.
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What is a Security Classification Guide (SCG)?
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What does the Security Classification Guide (SCG) state?
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Which of the following are ways to promote sharing of information except?
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You may be subject to administrative, UCMJ, or criminal sanctions if you engage in any of the following except?
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What is the process of determining whether information has already been originally classified?
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'Contained in' applies when a properly marked source document contains classified information that has been extracted word-for-word.
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Which of the following is an authorized source of derivative classification?
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When using the concept of compilation, you must place a clearly worded explanation of the basis for classification on the document.
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Who is responsible for providing contractors with proper classification guidance during the performance of a contract?
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Information taken directly from an existing classified source and stated verbatim in a new or different document is an example of ___
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All cleared DoD civilian, military, and contractor personnel who generate or create classified material from authorized classified sources are derivative classifiers.
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One of the most important responsibilities derivative classifiers have is to analyze and correct original classification authority's decisions.
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You may be subject to criminal sanctions, such as incarceration, if you engage in the unauthorized disclosure of information.
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If you suspect information has been improperly or unnecessarily classified, what should you do first?
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All of the following are authorized sources for derivative classification except?
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All of the following are steps in derivative classification except?
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To be classified or maintained as classified, information must meet all of the following criteria except?
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What should you identify to determine the derivative classification of a new document?
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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.
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All of the following are responsibilities of derivative classifiers except?
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Study Notes
Derivative Classification Training
- DoD and contractor personnel must complete initial training in derivative classification principles and refresher training every two years to maintain classification authority.
Authority for Derivative Classification
- Only original classification decision-makers can create original classifications; however, others may derivatively classify.
Classification by Compilation
- Derivative classification by compilation occurs when the combination of two pieces of information necessitates classification or heightens the classification level.
Security Classification Guide (SCG)
- The SCG is a comprehensive document that provides guidance on specific elements that require classification.
- Guidance in the SCG is not merely indicative or directive but outlines explicit expectations.
Justifications for Classification
- Protecting national security is a valid reason for classifying information.
Challenging Classification
- If a classification challenge receives only a partial response from the agency within 120 days, it can be forwarded to the Interagency Security Classification Appeals Panel (ISCAP).
Sharing Information Safely
- Promoting information sharing must avoid excessive control markings to facilitate openness across different government levels and stakeholders.
Sanctions for Misconduct
- Engaging in unauthorized disclosure can lead to administrative, UCMJ, or criminal penalties; exceptions include actions against DoD policy regarding Special Access Programs.
Derivative Classification Process
- Derivative classification involves confirming the classification status of existing information in new documents, ensuring proper marking when relevant.
Extraction from Classified Sources
- Information extracted verbatim from a classified source is classified as "extracting," and proper documentation is necessary when using such information.
Responsibilities of Derivative Classifiers
- All cleared DoD personnel involved in generating classified materials are considered derivative classifiers but are not responsible for correcting original classification decisions.
Responses to Improper Classification
- Upon suspicion of improper classification, initial contact should be with the original classification authority before pursuing formal challenges.
Authorized Sources of Classification
- Authorized sources for derivative classification must be confirmed; unverified sources should not be used.
Criteria for Classification
- Information must meet the criterion that unauthorized disclosure poses a threat to national security rather than embarrassment to the government.
Need for Clarification
- When discrepancies occur in classification determinations, derivative classifiers must seek clearer guidance from authorized sources.
Responsibilities and Expertise
- Derivative classifiers must have access to classification guidance but are not required to possess subject matter expertise.
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Test your knowledge on derivative classification principles with these flashcards. Understand the training requirements and the authority involved in the classification process. This quiz is essential for DoD and contractor personnel involved in classification tasks.
