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16 Derivative Classification STEPP 2023 1.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- Classification by
Compilation 2.One of Mark's colleagues gave him general rules about derivatively classi- fying information. Mark can rely on these general rules when he derivatively classifies information because his colleague is very
experienced.: false
3.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
4.When working with classified information, contractors generate new docu- ments and materials. Who is responsible for ensuring the new documents are properly marked?: Answer- NOT: The Government Contracting Activity (GCA) 1 / 3
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16 5.Information taken from an existing classified document and re-worded in
a new or different document is an example of : Answer- Extracting
6.Which of the following statements applies to the classification concept of
"Revealed by"?: Needs additional interpretation or analysis to deduce
the classifi- cation.
7.Cleared contractor employees are subject to sanctions for violating any policies in the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual
(NIS- POM).: TRUE
8.To promote information sharing, certain guidelines must be followed in DoD Manual 5200.01, Volumes 1 and 2, when classifying and marking information-
: TRUE
9.All of the following are effects of derivative classification EXCEPT:: a.Makes documents safe for transport
10.Which of the following is a valid reason to classify information?: d.
To protect national security 11.All of the following are steps in derivative classification EXCEPT:: d.Making the initial determination that information requires protection against unauthorized disclosure in the interest of national security. 2 / 3
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16 12.Which of the following is an authorized source for derivative classifica- tion?: NOT: Unconfirmed source
13.The properly marked source document states:
(C) Attendance at the meeting is limited to squadron commanders.
The new document states:
(C) Squadron commanders will attend the meeting.
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