Which of the following is an advantage of a tall organizational structure?

• A. Slower communication
• B. Closer supervision
• C. Higher costs
• D. Wider span of control

Answer: (B)

A tall structure has many levels of management, so managers can monitor and guide subordinates more closely. That closer supervision allows for direct oversight, detailed feedback, and easier enforcement of standards, which is why closer supervision is considered an advantage. In contrast, the longer chain of command can slow communication and raise costs due to more management layers, and a tall structure typically features a narrow span of control rather than a wider one.