Which Statement Correctly Describes the Basis for the Octet Rule

Which statement correctly describes the basis for the octet rule?

A) Atoms strive to attain eight protons in their nucleus to attain the stability of the nearest noble gas.
B) Atoms have a tendency to form eight bonds with other atoms to attain the stability of a noble gas.
C) Atoms will lose, gain, or share eight electrons to become a noble gas.
D) Atoms are most stable with eight electrons in their outermost shell, and the electron configuration of a noble gas.
E) Atoms are most stable when the number of protons they contain is identical to the noble gas closest to them in the periodic table.