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Step 4 - “Derived From” line, cont’dWhen using multiple source documents, the “Derived From” line shall appear as:Derived From: Multiple SourcesThe derivative classifier shall include a listing ofthe source materials on, or attached to, eachderivatively classified document. There is norequired placement of the source list within thedocument, only that it be included in, or attachedto, the document.Sources:1. Dept of Good Works Memorandumdated June 27, 2010, Subj: Examples2. Dept of Good Works Memorandumdated May 30, 2009, Subj: Examples3. Radar SCG dated February 2, 2006A document derivatively classified on the basis of a source document that is itself marked“Multiple Sources” shall cite the source document on its “Derived From” line rather than theterm “Multiple Sources.” An example might appear as:Source DocumentSECRETDepartment of Good WorksWashington, D.C. 20006Derivative DocumentSECRETJune 27, 2010MEMORANDUM FOR THE DIRECTORFrom: John E. Doe, Chief Division 5Subject: (U) Examples1. (U) Paragraph 1 contains “Unclassified” information.Therefore, this portion will be marked with thedesignation “U” in parentheses preceding the portion.2. (S) Paragraph 2 contains “Secret” information.Therefore, this portion will be marked with thedesignation “S” in parentheses preceding the portion.Classified By: John E. Doe, Chief Division 5Derived From: Multiple SourcesDeclassify On: 20200627SECRETJuly 15, 2010Department of InformationWashington, D.C. 20008MEMORANDUM FOR AGENCY OFFICIALSFrom: Joe Carver, DirectorSubject: (U) Examples1. (S) Paragraph 1 contains information from Paragraph 2in the source document and is therefore marked (S).2. (U) Paragraph 2 contains “Unclassified” information.Therefore, this portion will be marked with thedesignation “U” in parentheses preceding the portion.Classified By: Joe Carver, DirectorDerived From: Department of Good Works Memorandumdated June 27, 2010, Subj: ExamplesDeclassify On: 20200627SECRET- 15 -