The sum of the angles of elevation of the top of a tower from two points distant $a$ and $b$ from the base and in the same straight line with it is $90^{\circ}$. Then,the height of the tower is

  • A
    $a^2 b$
  • B
    $a b^2$
  • C
    $\sqrt{a b}$
  • D
    $a b$

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