Comprehensive and Detailed Explanation: According to PMI, stakeholders should be prioritized based on their level of influence (power) and interest in the project. Those who can significantly impact the project's outcome should be engaged more proactively. This supports effective stakeholder engagement planning. * A and B are biased and not based on objective criteria. * C focuses only on interest, not impact. * D is correct: impact and influence are key. References: * PMBOK Guide - Seventh Edition, Stakeholder Performance Domain * PMI Stakeholder Engagement Guidelines ##############################################