DERIVATIVE CLASSIFICATION IF103.16 2026
PREMIUM REVIEW QUESTIONS CORRECT
RESPONSES
◉ 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.
,***d. A collection of precise, comprehensive guidance about specific
program, system, operation, or weapon system elements of
information to be classified.
◉ Generating occurs when information is taken from an authorized
classification guidance source and is reworded in a new or different
document. Answer: True
***False
◉ Select ALL the correct responses. The concept of "contained in"
includes which of the following? Answer: a. A reader can deduce the
classified information by performing additional interpretation or
analysis.
***b. No additional interpretation or analysis is needed to determine
the classification of the information.
***c. Classified information comes from an authorized source into a
new document.
d. Classified information is not clearly or explicitly stated in the
source document.
◉ The derivative classification concept of "Contained in" applies to
all of the following EXCEPT: Answer: a. When the information is
paraphrased or restated from the existing content.
***b. When the information must be deduced as classified by some
level of analysis.
, c. When the information is extracted word-for-word.
d. When the information is identified as classified by an authorized
source, such as a Security Classification Guide (SCG).
◉ The Security Classification Guide (SCG) states:
(U) Mission
(C) Personnel
(U) Location
(S) Mission and location
The new document states:
Bravo Company will be departing on 1 September for Exercise Peace
Keeper. The exercise will be a joint effort with the Army and the
Marine Corps. Both forces will meet in Qatar to complete the
exercise.
Which concept was used to determine the derivative classification of
the new document? Answer: a. Extension
b. Contained in
(WRONG) c. Revealed by
d. Classification by Compilation
◉ The concept that involves combining or associating individual
elements of unclassified information to reveal an additional
association or relationship that warrants protection is called ________
Answer: a. Revealed by
PREMIUM REVIEW QUESTIONS CORRECT
RESPONSES
◉ 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.
,***d. A collection of precise, comprehensive guidance about specific
program, system, operation, or weapon system elements of
information to be classified.
◉ Generating occurs when information is taken from an authorized
classification guidance source and is reworded in a new or different
document. Answer: True
***False
◉ Select ALL the correct responses. The concept of "contained in"
includes which of the following? Answer: a. A reader can deduce the
classified information by performing additional interpretation or
analysis.
***b. No additional interpretation or analysis is needed to determine
the classification of the information.
***c. Classified information comes from an authorized source into a
new document.
d. Classified information is not clearly or explicitly stated in the
source document.
◉ The derivative classification concept of "Contained in" applies to
all of the following EXCEPT: Answer: a. When the information is
paraphrased or restated from the existing content.
***b. When the information must be deduced as classified by some
level of analysis.
, c. When the information is extracted word-for-word.
d. When the information is identified as classified by an authorized
source, such as a Security Classification Guide (SCG).
◉ The Security Classification Guide (SCG) states:
(U) Mission
(C) Personnel
(U) Location
(S) Mission and location
The new document states:
Bravo Company will be departing on 1 September for Exercise Peace
Keeper. The exercise will be a joint effort with the Army and the
Marine Corps. Both forces will meet in Qatar to complete the
exercise.
Which concept was used to determine the derivative classification of
the new document? Answer: a. Extension
b. Contained in
(WRONG) c. Revealed by
d. Classification by Compilation
◉ The concept that involves combining or associating individual
elements of unclassified information to reveal an additional
association or relationship that warrants protection is called ________
Answer: a. Revealed by
