An organization's overall design is defined by three primary components:
A) organizational structure, integrating mechanisms, and locus of decision-making.
B) organizational structure, control mechanisms, and chain of command.
C) locus of decision-making, control mechanisms, and span of control.
D) organizational structure, strategic planning, and span of control.
E) organizational structure, integrating mechanisms, and control devices.

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The three primary components that define an organization's overall design are organizational structure (how tasks are divided, coordinated, and supervised), integrating mechanisms (processes and systems to coordinate activities across the organization), and locus of decision-making (where decisions are made within the organization). These elements work together to shape how an organization functions and achieves its goals.

An Organization's Overall Design Is Defined by Three Primary Components