The line $2 \mathrm{x}+\mathrm{y}=1$ is tangent to the hyperbola $\frac{\mathrm{x}^2}{\mathrm{a}^2}-\frac{\mathrm{y}^2}{\mathrm{~b}^2}=1$. If this line passes through the point of intersection of the nearest directrix and the $\mathrm{x}$-axis, then the eccentricity of the hyperbola is

  • [IIT 2010]
  • A

    $1$

  • B

    $2$

  • C

    $3$

  • D

    $4$

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