For what value of $\lambda$ does the line $y = x + \lambda$ touch the ellipse $9x^2 + 16y^2 = 144$?

  • A
    $\pm 9$
  • B
    $\pm 3$
  • C
    $\pm 5$
  • D
    $\pm 8$

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