The graph of the conic $x^2 - (y - 1)^2 = 1$ has one tangent line with a positive slope that passes through the origin. If the point of tangency is $(a, b)$,then the length of the latus rectum of the conic is:

  • A
    $1$
  • B
    $\sqrt{2}$
  • C
    $2$
  • D
    None of these

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