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Which of the standard classification markings appears at the beginning of a paragraph?
Which of the standard classification markings appears at the beginning of a paragraph?
Portion marking
A date in the 'Declassify On' line always appears as a series of numbers representing first the day, then the month, and lastly the year.
A date in the 'Declassify On' line always appears as a series of numbers representing first the day, then the month, and lastly the year.
False (B)
The technology behind the navigation system used in one class of fighter jets is classified Secret but the technology is now obsolete and has been replaced. What should the OCA do?
The technology behind the navigation system used in one class of fighter jets is classified Secret but the technology is now obsolete and has been replaced. What should the OCA do?
Declassify the information at this time
Only information that falls into at least one of the eight categories listed in section 1.4 of Executive Order 13526 can be eligible to be classified.
Only information that falls into at least one of the eight categories listed in section 1.4 of Executive Order 13526 can be eligible to be classified.
What is one purpose for marking classified information?
What is one purpose for marking classified information?
Only documents require markings.
Only documents require markings.
How should the OCA responsible for classifying energy technology change the classification level if it poses a higher risk to national security?
How should the OCA responsible for classifying energy technology change the classification level if it poses a higher risk to national security?
What should you do when replying to an email that contains classified information?
What should you do when replying to an email that contains classified information?
What is the first line of the classification authority block for originally classified information?
What is the first line of the classification authority block for originally classified information?
All slides in a slide deck must carry the same banner marking throughout the presentation.
All slides in a slide deck must carry the same banner marking throughout the presentation.
Which of the following represent special types of materials that may contain classified information?
Which of the following represent special types of materials that may contain classified information?
Classification markings are not required for classified wikis because anyone can edit them and it's too difficult to keep track of the changes.
Classification markings are not required for classified wikis because anyone can edit them and it's too difficult to keep track of the changes.
A derivative classifier is the person who _____________.
A derivative classifier is the person who _____________.
How will the portion markings on a document change when classification levels are upgraded?
How will the portion markings on a document change when classification levels are upgraded?
What information will appear on the Derived From line?
What information will appear on the Derived From line?
Besides the level of classification, what other information can appear in portion and banner markings?
Besides the level of classification, what other information can appear in portion and banner markings?
Parentheses are used in which markings?
Parentheses are used in which markings?
What special markings must you apply to a letter of transmittal when sending Secret information?
What special markings must you apply to a letter of transmittal when sending Secret information?
Classification markings provide information about special access, dissemination, or safeguarding requirements.
Classification markings provide information about special access, dissemination, or safeguarding requirements.
When declassifying a document, a '(U)' should not replace the original portion markings.
When declassifying a document, a '(U)' should not replace the original portion markings.
You are generating a derivatively classified piece of information and are looking for information in a classified database. Is this information authorized for use as a source of derivative classification?
You are generating a derivatively classified piece of information and are looking for information in a classified database. Is this information authorized for use as a source of derivative classification?
Classification markings only communicate that information is classified and its required protection level.
Classification markings only communicate that information is classified and its required protection level.
A type of event such as 'IOC' will appear in the 'Declassify On' line only on an originally classified document.
A type of event such as 'IOC' will appear in the 'Declassify On' line only on an originally classified document.
When filling out the classification authority block of a newly declassified document, it is acceptable to list a personal identifier if the identity of the declassification authority is classified.
When filling out the classification authority block of a newly declassified document, it is acceptable to list a personal identifier if the identity of the declassification authority is classified.
A letter of transmittal is not a special type of material that may contain classified information.
A letter of transmittal is not a special type of material that may contain classified information.
What information will you apply to the Declassify On line of your new document when deriving information from one properly marked source document?
What information will you apply to the Declassify On line of your new document when deriving information from one properly marked source document?
Should the portion marking for a URL reflect the classification of the text in the URL or the content to which the URL points?
Should the portion marking for a URL reflect the classification of the text in the URL or the content to which the URL points?
In general, classified information existing on the web should have standard classification markings applied.
In general, classified information existing on the web should have standard classification markings applied.
How do banner markings change due to extending classification duration?
How do banner markings change due to extending classification duration?
When information contained in a bulky document is downgraded, what markings must be changed?
When information contained in a bulky document is downgraded, what markings must be changed?
How are graphics and multimedia marked on a classified website?
How are graphics and multimedia marked on a classified website?
What special type of information is contained in a portion that is marked: (//DEU S)?
What special type of information is contained in a portion that is marked: (//DEU S)?
Which of the following are authorized sources for derivatively classifying documents?
Which of the following are authorized sources for derivatively classifying documents?
Classification markings are used to encode and decode classified information.
Classification markings are used to encode and decode classified information.
What are the standard markings for classified information?
What are the standard markings for classified information?
Portion markings identify the ___________.
Portion markings identify the ___________.
The U.S. equivalent classification level to a foreign government's level of 'Restricted' is ____________.
The U.S. equivalent classification level to a foreign government's level of 'Restricted' is ____________.
Where do banner markings appear?
Where do banner markings appear?
You are crafting an email that will have a classified attachment but no classified information in the body of the email. Must you apply banner markings?
You are crafting an email that will have a classified attachment but no classified information in the body of the email. Must you apply banner markings?
Banner markings may change when classified information is downgraded.
Banner markings may change when classified information is downgraded.
In 2009, the President issued Executive Order 13526, establishing _____________.
In 2009, the President issued Executive Order 13526, establishing _____________.
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Study Notes
Standard Classification Markings
- Portion marking appears at the beginning of a paragraph.
- Classification authority block is found at the bottom of the first page, detailing classification reason and declassification date.
- Banner markings display the highest overall classification level and appear at the top and bottom of pages.
Classification Procedures
- Declassify information if it no longer poses a threat to national security.
- Information can only be classified if it falls into specified categories under Executive Order 13526.
- Classified wikis still require standard markings despite being editable.
Derivative Classification
- A derivative classifier develops new materials from existing classified sources.
- Proper markings must be applied when deriving information from a classified database.
- All classification markings must be included in emails containing classified or unclassified responses.
Handling Classified Information
- A notice must be included stating a letter is unclassified when separated from classified enclosures.
- Classified attachments must have proper markings indicating their content and handling requirements.
- Classification markings provide necessary information on special access and safeguarding requirements.
Marking Changes
- When information is downgraded or declassified, the classification authority block needs to be updated accurately.
- URL portion markings should reflect the classification of the text rather than the linked content.
- The highest level of protection among various markings must be identified correctly.
Time-bound Classification
- Classification duration can be extended if the information still poses a national security risk after its scheduled declassification.
- "Declassify On" lines must accurately reflect the same declassification information as the source document when deriving new information.
Special Classification Types
- Special markings, like (//DEU S), indicate foreign government information with specific classification levels.
- Any document containing classified multimedia is marked with relevant standard classifications, ensuring compliance with handling protocols.
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