The person who is taking the minutes will be seated __________ the chairman.
A) from
B) to
C) next
D) by
Explanation 2:
Choice A indicates a source.(Water comes from the tap.)
Choice B indicates destination.(I'm going to Hawaii.)
Choice C requires an additional "to". (I am seated next to her).
The correct answer is D."By" means the same as "near" or "beside".