In the figure shown,for an angle of incidence $45^{\circ}$ at the top surface,what is the minimum refractive index $\mu$ needed for total internal reflection at the vertical face?

  • A
    $\frac{\sqrt{2} + 1}{2}$
  • B
    $\sqrt{\frac{3}{2}}$
  • C
    $\sqrt{\frac{1}{2}}$
  • D
    $\sqrt{2} + 1$

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