#1
Which of the following is a principle of derivative classification?
Need-to-Know
Original Classification
Declassification
Dissemination Control
#2
What is the primary purpose of derivative classification?
To create new information
To classify information based on its origin
To classify information based on existing classified sources
To determine the sensitivity of information
#3
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of a derivative classifier?
Reviewing source documents
Declassifying information
Applying appropriate classification markings
Ensuring proper handling and protection of classified information
#4
Who is responsible for ensuring derivative classification markings are properly applied?
The original classification authority
The person reviewing the classified information
The agency or department head
The derivative classifier
#5
What should a derivative classifier do if there is uncertainty about the proper classification of information?
Apply the highest classification level
Consult with the original classification authority
Classify the information as unclassified
Make an educated guess based on available information
#6
What is the purpose of derivative classifiers receiving training?
To increase their security clearance level
To understand the classification markings
To create new classified documents
To review and classify documents accurately
#7
What is the primary goal of derivative classification markings?
To ensure proper handling and protection of classified information
To specify the date of classification
To indicate the intended recipients
To identify the classification authority
#8
In derivative classification, what is the responsibility of the derivative classifier?
To create original classification markings
To review and assign appropriate classification based on source documents
To request declassification of classified information
To manage dissemination control of classified information
#9
Which of the following is NOT a factor considered in derivative classification?
The level of protection required
The classification of the source document
The intended recipients
The subject matter of the information
#10
Which of the following is an example of derivative classification?
Classifying a new document created by the organization
Reviewing and classifying a document based on its content and source
Declassifying information for public release
Assigning classification markings to a document without review
#11
What is the primary objective of derivative classification markings?
To specify the agency or department responsible for the information
To identify the original classification authority
To ensure proper handling and protection of classified information
To indicate the date of creation of the document
#12
What is the purpose of a classification guide in derivative classification?
To classify information based on its content
To provide guidance on the proper classification of specific types of information
To review and declassify classified information
To disseminate classified information to authorized recipients
#13
In derivative classification, what is meant by the term 'derivative classifier'?
An individual who creates original classified information
An individual who reviews and assigns appropriate classification based on source documents
An individual who requests declassification of classified information
An individual who manages dissemination control of classified information
#14
What is the role of the original classification authority in derivative classification?
To review and classify documents based on their content
To oversee the derivative classification process and provide guidance
To create new classified information
To declassify information for public release
#15
What is the correct order of steps in the derivative classification process?
Interpret, analyze, classify, mark, and disseminate
Review, classify, mark, disseminate, and interpret
Mark, classify, interpret, disseminate, and review
Classify, mark, review, interpret, and disseminate
#16
In derivative classification, what does the term 'source document' refer to?
The document being reviewed for classification
The document that originated the classified information being reviewed
A document providing guidance on classification procedures
A document containing public domain information
#17
What is the consequence of improper derivative classification?
Loss of employment
Civil penalties
Criminal prosecution
All of the above
#18
What is the primary difference between original and derivative classification?
Original classification involves creating new information, while derivative classification involves classifying information based on existing sources.
Derivative classification involves creating new information, while original classification involves classifying information based on existing sources.
Original classification is performed by individuals with higher security clearance, while derivative classification is performed by individuals with lower security clearance.
There is no difference between original and derivative classification.
#19
What action should be taken if derivative classification markings are found on an unclassified document?
Remove the markings and treat the document as unclassified
Report the incident to the original classification authority
Assume the document is classified and handle it accordingly
Continue to disseminate the document with the markings
#20
What is the purpose of derivative classifiers including their name or personal identifier with classification markings?
To take responsibility for the accuracy of the classification
To track who has accessed the document
To indicate who reviewed the document
To ensure proper handling and protection of the information
#21
What is the consequence of improperly marked derivative classified information?
The document is automatically declassified
The individual responsible may face disciplinary action
The document cannot be disseminated
The classification authority is automatically changed