Stakeholder power

A) indicates the extent to which stakeholders need immediate attention.
B) refers to the managers' ability to maximize profits.
C) refers to the shareholders' ability to influence managers.
D) refers to the capacity of the stakeholder to positively or negatively affect the operations of the organization.
E) indicates the validity and legitimacy of a stakeholder's interests in the organization.

Stakeholder power refers to the capacity of the stakeholder to positively or negatively affect the operations of the organization. This means that stakeholders with more power have a greater ability to impact the decisions and actions of the organization, making it necessary for managers to consider their interests and concerns in their decision-making processes. Examples of stakeholders with high power can include customers, suppliers, employees, and government agencies.