Which two factors determine a member's security clearance?

The correct choice regarding the determination of a member's security clearance revolves around their Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC) and assignment. The AFSC is crucial as it categorizes the job responsibilities and duties a member is authorized to perform, which can dictate access to classified information depending on the sensitivity of those roles.

Moreover, the member's assignment plays a significant role since certain positions require higher security clearances due to the nature of the work being performed. Specific assignments may entail access to classified operational information, necessitating a thorough background check and a determination of eligibility for such access based on the role they will fulfill.

Other factors, while relevant to a member’s career or performance, do not primarily influence the decision related to security clearances. For example, rank and performance record may reflect a member's capabilities and reliability but are not direct determinants for access to classified information. Similarly, physical fitness and health status, while important for operational readiness, do not correlate with security clearance decisions.