Rowan and Arnold Applied for an Open Senior Manager Position

Rowan and Arnold applied for an open senior manager position at their company, and both cleared their technical interviews with ease. In the next round, they had to meet with the CEO. For the interview, Rowan wore a formal suit with a traditional tie, while Arnold dressed in casual attire. Although both were quite nervous, they hid their nervousness and impressed the CEO with their skills and experience. Furthermore, during their respective interviews, Rowan sat eight feet from the CEO whereas Arnold sat five feet from the CEO. However, Rowan was offered the position. Which factor tipped the scales in Rowan's favor, and why is this factor important?

A) Clothing and personal appearance; because it shows that you are aware of the importance of the meeting.
B) Proxemics; because it helps define anappropriate public space.
C) Effective communication; because it is an essential element at the time of interviews.
D) Effective way of managing anxiety; because it increases the confidence level of a person during meetings.