Typically,greater horizontal complexity is associated with:
A) the number of hierarchical levels appearing on an organization chart.
B) the increased likelihood for communication breakdowns between subunits.
C) the degree of standardization in an organization.
D) the diffusion of decision making throughout an organization.

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Greater horizontal complexity refers to the number of subunits or departments within an organization, and this can lead to increased communication breakdowns as there are more channels of communication to manage. The number of hierarchical levels (A), degree of standardization (C), and diffusion of decision making (D) are not directly related to horizontal complexity.

Typically,greater Horizontal Complexity Is Associated With