When using the derivative classification concept of compilation, you must place a clearly worded explanation of the basis for classification by compilation on the face of the document or include it in the text.

When using the derivative classification concept of compilation, you must place a clearly worded explanation of the basis for classification by compilation on the face of the document or include it in the text.

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Only if required by the SCG
• D. Not required

Answer: (A)

When you derive a classification by compilation, you must place a clearly worded statement of the basis for that classification on the face of the document or in the accompanying text. This makes the reason for the protection explicit to anyone handling the material, tying the elevated classification to the specific sources and the scope of the compilation. It supports consistent application of the Security Classification Guide, guides proper disclosure, and aids future declassification or reclassification reviews by providing a documented justification right where it’s needed. By placing the basis directly on the document, you prevent ambiguity and ensure readers don’t have to track down source materials to understand why the content is sensitive. This also supports accountability and oversight of derivative decisions. The other options don’t fit because this basis isn’t optional or conditional on some separate rule. It’s standard practice to include the basis on the document or in the text, rather than leaving it out or relegating it to somewhere else. Not required would undermine the ability to understand the reasoning behind the classification.

When you derive a classification by compilation, you must place a clearly worded statement of the basis for that classification on the face of the document or in the accompanying text. This makes the reason for the protection explicit to anyone handling the material, tying the elevated classification to the specific sources and the scope of the compilation. It supports consistent application of the Security Classification Guide, guides proper disclosure, and aids future declassification or reclassification reviews by providing a documented justification right where it’s needed. By placing the basis directly on the document, you prevent ambiguity and ensure readers don’t have to track down source materials to understand why the content is sensitive. This also supports accountability and oversight of derivative decisions.

The other options don’t fit because this basis isn’t optional or conditional on some separate rule. It’s standard practice to include the basis on the document or in the text, rather than leaving it out or relegating it to somewhere else. Not required would undermine the ability to understand the reasoning behind the classification.