TRAINING (FINAL EXAM) WITH
COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
Derivative Classification is: - ANSWER-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 does not have the same impact and effects as original
classification - ANSWER-False
Which of the following is true concerning derivative classification? - ANSWER-
Derivative classifiers are responsible for analyzing and evaluating information to identify
elements that require classification.
All of the following are steps in derivative classification EXCEPT: - ANSWER-Make
recommendations for others to mark the new document.
All of the following are steps in derivative classification EXCEPT: - ANSWER-Making
the initial determination that information requires protection against unauthorized
disclosure in the interest of national security.
Which is the primary source for derivative classification? - ANSWER-Security
Classification Guide (SCG)
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-Security Classification
Guide (SCG)
Each of these are ways of incorporating classified source material into new material
EXCEPT: - ANSWER-Planning
In order to classify information, the information must concern at least one of the _____
categories specified in Executive Order 13526. - ANSWER-5
To be classified or maintained as classified, information must meet all of the following
criteria EXCEPT: - ANSWER-The unauthorized disclosure of the information could
cause embarrassment to the U.S. Government.