The shortest distance between the line y...

The shortest distance between the line y - x = 1 and the curve `x = y^(2)` is

A

`(3 sqrt(2))/(8)`

B

`(2 sqrt(3))/(8)`

C

`(3 sqrt(2))/(5)`

D

`(sqrt(3))/(4)`

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The correct Answer is:

A

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