$A$ circle touches the parabola $y^2=4x$ at $(1,2)$ and also touches its directrix. The $y$-coordinate of the point of contact of the circle and the directrix is

  • A
    $\sqrt{2}$
  • B
    $2$
  • C
    $2\sqrt{2}$
  • D
    $4$

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