According to legend, why did Aripharnes proclaim Eumelos 'King of the Cimmerians'?

A. Because Eumelos was the eldest son and had the birthright to the throne
B. Because Eumelos was the most obedient and followed Aripharnes' orders without question
C. Because Eumelos refused to hurl a javelin into his father's corpse, showing respect for the dead
D. Because Eumelos was the strongest and could hurl the javelin the farthest
Answer: 