What is the equation of the normal to the curve $y^2 = 4ax$ at the point $(a, 2a)$?

  • A
    $x - y + a = 0$
  • B
    $x + y - 3a = 0$
  • C
    $x + 2y + 4a = 0$
  • D
    $x + y + 4a = 0$

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