The line of authority that extends from upper organizational levels to lower levels, clarifying who reports to whom, is known as the ________.
A) employee power distance
B) unity of command
C) span of control
D) chain of command

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The chain of command is a clear line of authority that extends from upper organizational levels to lower levels, clarifying who reports to whom. It helps to identify the levels of authority and responsibility within an organization. Choices A, B, and C are all related to management concepts but are not the best choices to describe this particular term.

The Line of Authority That Extends from Upper Organizational Levels