The domain of an individual's decision-making and authority ________ as the number of levels in the hierarchy increases.

A) is reduced
B) is increased
C) stays the same
D) is decentralized
E) becomes more integrated

Decision-making Authority

The power or right vested in individuals or groups to make important decisions regarding policies, practices, or procedures within an organization.

Hierarchy

A system or organization in which people or groups are ranked one above the other according to status or authority.