The graph of the conic $x^2-(y-1)^2=1$ has one tangent line with positive slope that passes through the origin. If the point of tangency is $(a, b)$,then find the value of $\sin^{-1}\left(\frac{a}{b}\right)$.

  • A
    $\frac{5\pi}{12}$
  • B
    $\frac{\pi}{6}$
  • C
    $\frac{\pi}{3}$
  • D
    $\frac{\pi}{4}$

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