From the point $(-1, 2)$, tangents are drawn to the parabola $y^2 = 4x$. The area of the triangle formed by the chord of contact and the tangents is: (in $\sqrt{2}$)

  • A
    $2$
  • B
    $3$
  • C
    $4$
  • D
    $8$

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