The circle C has radius 1 and touches th...

The circle C has radius 1 and touches the line L at P. The point X lies on C and Y is the foot of the perpendicular from X to L. The maximum value of the area of `trianglePXY` as X varies is

A

`(sqrt3)/(8)`

B

`3/8`

C

`(3 sqrt3)/(8)`

D

none of these

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The correct Answer is:

C

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