BQ76PL102: BQ76PL102 can be used for single-cell and multi-cell applications?

Hello. I saw in an answer to another question that the BQ76PL102 can be used in single-cell applications.  I see from its datasheet it can work with 1 or 2 (in series) cells.  In configurations with 3-12 cells, I see that the BQ78PL116 is to be used alongside 2 or more BQ76PL102.  Let's say I'm designing a board which is to be used with an unknown number of series cells, anywhere from 1 to 12 cells, for example.  In the scenario where I only have 1 cell, my understanding is that 1 BQ76PL102 can be used while the BQ78PL116 is not needed.  However, with 3 or more cells, the BQ78PL116 is needed for cell balancing, other functions, etc.  Is it possible create a design with the BQ78PL116 and multiple BQ76PL102 ICs, and only use 1 BQ76PL102 for a single cell application?  Is it possible to use the BQ78PL116EVM evaluation module for single cell applications as well as 2-12 cell applications?

Thanks,

Matt