select all of the correct responses. information is prohibited from being classified for what reason

Information is prohibited from being classified when the purpose of classification is improper. In this context, the correct “select all that apply” responses are:

• To conceal violations of law, inefficiencies, or errors.

• To prevent embarrassment (for an individual, agency, or the government).

• To restrain competition (for example, to gain or protect an unfair commercial or political advantage).

By contrast, “to protect national security” is a valid reason to classify information and therefore is not one of the prohibited reasons in this type of question.