From a point $A$ on the ground,the angle of elevation of the top of a tower is found to be $45^{\circ}$. If the distance between point $A$ and the base of the tower is $x$ and the height of the tower is $y$,then which of the following holds true?

  • A
    $x < y$
  • B
    $x > y$
  • C
    $x = 2y$
  • D
    $x = y$

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