DERIVATIVE CLASSIFICATION FINAL PAPER
2026 SOLVED ITEMS ACCURATE MARKING
◉ The process of using existing classified information to create new
material and marking the new material consistent with the
classification markings that apply to the source information.
Answer: Derivative classification
◉ Which of the following is an authorized source for derivative
classification? Answer: None of the above
◉ DoD and contractor personnel must receive initial training in the
proper application of derivative classification principles prior to
derivatively classifying any materials and they must received
refresher training at least once every ________ years or their
derivative classification authority is suspended. Answer: Two
◉ All of the following are authorized sources for derivative
classification except: Answer: Unconfirmed Source
◉ You formally challenge the classification of information and the
classifying agency provides a partial response. What do you have the
right to do if the classifying agency does not provide a full response
within 120 days? Answer: Forward the challenge to the Interagency
Security Classification Appeals Panel (ISCAP)
,◉ All of the following are ways to promote the sharing of
information within the Federal government, across state, local, and
tribal governments and with coalition partners, law enforcement,
and the general public except: Answer: Use dissemination control
markings
◉ A Security Classification Guide (SCG) is: Answer: A collection of
precise, comprehensive guidance about specific program, system
operation, or weapon system elements of information to be
classified
◉ Who is responsible for providing contractors proper classification
guidance during the performance of a contract? Answer:
Government Contracting Activity (GCA)
◉ The source document states:
(x) The exercise will last nine days.
The new document states:
(x) The exercise will consist of four days of preparation and the
remaining five days will consist of execution of plans.
What concept is used to derivatively classify the new document?
Answer: (Incorrect) Contains in (incorrect)
, ◉ Which of the following statements apply to the classification
concept of classification by compilation? Answer: Applies when two
pieces of information cause for classification or increase in
classification
◉ If the classification in the existing content seems incorrect, or
there is conflicting guidance from authorized sources, you are
required to seek further guidance. Answer: True
◉ Because of the importance of classification, but also its inherent
limitations and costs, it is crucial that derivative classifiers follow
appropriate procedures and observe all requirements. Answer: True
◉ "Contained in" applies when a properly marked source document
contains classified information that has been extracted word-for-
work and placed into the new document. Answer: True
◉ Only people with authority to make original classification
decisions may derivatively classify documents. Answer: False
◉ The source document states:
(U) The unit will participate in Exercise Joint Venture
(C) The exercise will begin on 4 May and end on 25 May
(C) The exercise will be conducted in Op Area One
2026 SOLVED ITEMS ACCURATE MARKING
◉ The process of using existing classified information to create new
material and marking the new material consistent with the
classification markings that apply to the source information.
Answer: Derivative classification
◉ Which of the following is an authorized source for derivative
classification? Answer: None of the above
◉ DoD and contractor personnel must receive initial training in the
proper application of derivative classification principles prior to
derivatively classifying any materials and they must received
refresher training at least once every ________ years or their
derivative classification authority is suspended. Answer: Two
◉ All of the following are authorized sources for derivative
classification except: Answer: Unconfirmed Source
◉ You formally challenge the classification of information and the
classifying agency provides a partial response. What do you have the
right to do if the classifying agency does not provide a full response
within 120 days? Answer: Forward the challenge to the Interagency
Security Classification Appeals Panel (ISCAP)
,◉ All of the following are ways to promote the sharing of
information within the Federal government, across state, local, and
tribal governments and with coalition partners, law enforcement,
and the general public except: Answer: Use dissemination control
markings
◉ A Security Classification Guide (SCG) is: Answer: A collection of
precise, comprehensive guidance about specific program, system
operation, or weapon system elements of information to be
classified
◉ Who is responsible for providing contractors proper classification
guidance during the performance of a contract? Answer:
Government Contracting Activity (GCA)
◉ The source document states:
(x) The exercise will last nine days.
The new document states:
(x) The exercise will consist of four days of preparation and the
remaining five days will consist of execution of plans.
What concept is used to derivatively classify the new document?
Answer: (Incorrect) Contains in (incorrect)
, ◉ Which of the following statements apply to the classification
concept of classification by compilation? Answer: Applies when two
pieces of information cause for classification or increase in
classification
◉ If the classification in the existing content seems incorrect, or
there is conflicting guidance from authorized sources, you are
required to seek further guidance. Answer: True
◉ Because of the importance of classification, but also its inherent
limitations and costs, it is crucial that derivative classifiers follow
appropriate procedures and observe all requirements. Answer: True
◉ "Contained in" applies when a properly marked source document
contains classified information that has been extracted word-for-
work and placed into the new document. Answer: True
◉ Only people with authority to make original classification
decisions may derivatively classify documents. Answer: False
◉ The source document states:
(U) The unit will participate in Exercise Joint Venture
(C) The exercise will begin on 4 May and end on 25 May
(C) The exercise will be conducted in Op Area One
