PRC-3 · Chapter 1 · Question 26 of 61
A major institutional shareholder owns 40% of Alpha Ltd but explicitly chooses to remain passive and shows very little interest in the company's daily strategic decisions. According to Mendelow's Matrix, how should management treat this stakeholder?
Test yourself: pick an answer
Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: C) Keep satisfied
Explanation
Stakeholders with high power but low interest should be 'kept satisfied'. They must be treated well so they do not suddenly use their power against the firm.
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