The $Y$-component of velocity is $20$ and the $X$-component of velocity is $10$. The direction of motion of the body with the horizontal at this instant is

  • A
    $\tan^{-1}(2)$
  • B
    $\tan^{-1}(1/2)$
  • C
    $45^\circ$
  • D
    $0^\circ$

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