The angle of elevation of the top of a tower from a point $20 \ m$ away from its base is $45^{\circ}$. The height of the tower is (in $m$):

  • A
    $10$
  • B
    $20$
  • C
    $40$
  • D
    $20 \sqrt{3}$

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