The stock Marie purchased is called "common stock." Common stock represents ownership in a company and typically comes with voting rights at shareholder meetings. When an individual like Marie buys common stock, they become a partial owner of the company, with each share entitling them to a vote on certain corporate matters.
Common stockholders exercise their voting rights in key decisions that impact the company's direction. These decisions can include electing members to the board of directors, approving mergers and acquisitions, and voting on other significant corporate actions. The number of votes a shareholder has is directly proportional to the number of shares they own. In Marie's case, she receives one vote for each share of common stock she purchased.
While common stock provides voting rights, it also comes with risks. Common stockholders are at the bottom of the priority ladder when it comes to claiming assets in the event of bankruptcy or liquidation. However, they also have the potential for capital appreciation through increases in the company's stock price and may receive dividends if the company chooses to distribute profits to shareholders.