In the book of Acts, what was the primary theological significance of the Holy Spirit being poured out on Cornelius and the Gentiles at his house (Acts 10)?

A It demonstrated that Gentiles were required to fully convert to Judaism before receiving salvation. B It signaled God's acceptance of the Gentiles into the Christian community on equal footing with Jewish believers, without requiring adherence to Jewish customs. C It indicated that the Holy Spirit was exclusively for the Gentiles and not for the Jews. D It meant that Cornelius was to become the new leader of the early church, replacing Peter.