DERIVATIVE CLASSIFICATION IF103.16 EXAM
SCRIPT 2026 FULL QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS 100% VERIFIED
◉ Derivative classification does not have the same impact and
effects as original classification. Answer: True
***False
◉ Which of the following is true concerning derivative
classification? Answer: a. Consulting the OCA is the first step in the
derivative classification process.
***b. Derivative classifiers are responsible for analyzing and
evaluating information to identify elements that require
classification.
c. Photocopying a Secret document is an example of derivative
classification.
d. Only appointed individuals may perform derivative classification.
◉ When derivatively classifying a document one must carefully
analyze the material they classify. Answer: ***True
False
, ◉ All of the following are steps in derivative classification EXCEPT:
Answer: ***a. Make recommendations for others to mark the new
document.
b. Seek additional guidance to resolve uncertainty.
c. Analyze material to be classified.
d. Use authorized sources for guidance.
◉ When derivatively classifying information, where can you find a
listing of specific information elements that identify their
classification, reason for classification, downgrading, and
declassification information? Answer: a. Executive Order 13526,
Classified National Security Information
***b. Security Classification Guide (SCG)
c. Properly marked source document
d. National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM)
◉ A Security Classification Guide (SCG) is: Answer: a. A document
that provides basic guidance and regulatory requirements for the
DOD Information Security Program.
b. A document that defines how to mark a classified document.
c. An existing classified document, from which information is
extracted, paraphrased, restated, and/or generated in a new form
for inclusion in another document.
SCRIPT 2026 FULL QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS 100% VERIFIED
◉ Derivative classification does not have the same impact and
effects as original classification. Answer: True
***False
◉ Which of the following is true concerning derivative
classification? Answer: a. Consulting the OCA is the first step in the
derivative classification process.
***b. Derivative classifiers are responsible for analyzing and
evaluating information to identify elements that require
classification.
c. Photocopying a Secret document is an example of derivative
classification.
d. Only appointed individuals may perform derivative classification.
◉ When derivatively classifying a document one must carefully
analyze the material they classify. Answer: ***True
False
, ◉ All of the following are steps in derivative classification EXCEPT:
Answer: ***a. Make recommendations for others to mark the new
document.
b. Seek additional guidance to resolve uncertainty.
c. Analyze material to be classified.
d. Use authorized sources for guidance.
◉ When derivatively classifying information, where can you find a
listing of specific information elements that identify their
classification, reason for classification, downgrading, and
declassification information? Answer: a. Executive Order 13526,
Classified National Security Information
***b. Security Classification Guide (SCG)
c. Properly marked source document
d. National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM)
◉ A Security Classification Guide (SCG) is: Answer: a. A document
that provides basic guidance and regulatory requirements for the
DOD Information Security Program.
b. A document that defines how to mark a classified document.
c. An existing classified document, from which information is
extracted, paraphrased, restated, and/or generated in a new form
for inclusion in another document.
