A ________ span of control throughout an organization will lead to a ________ organization structure with multiple reporting layers.
A) narrow; flat
B) narrow; tall
C) wide; tall
D) wide; diverse

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A narrow span of control means that each manager oversees a smaller number of subordinates, which leads to a tall organizational structure with multiple reporting layers. A wide span of control means that each manager oversees a larger number of subordinates, which leads to a flatter organizational structure with fewer reporting layers. Therefore, the best choice is B, as a narrow span of control would lead to a tall organization structure with multiple reporting layers.

A ________ Span of Control Throughout an Organization Will Lead