$ax - y + c = 0$ is the equation of the common tangent to the parabola $y^2 = 8\sqrt{5}x$ and the circle $x^2 + y^2 = 1$. If this tangent makes an acute angle with the positive $X$-axis,then $a^2c^2 =$

  • A
    $40$
  • B
    $80$
  • C
    $160$
  • D
    $20$

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