If the line $y = 2x + c$ is a tangent to the ellipse $\frac{x^2}{8} + \frac{y^2}{4} = 1$,then $c = $

  • A
    $\pm 4$
  • B
    $\pm 6$
  • C
    $\pm 1$
  • D
    $\pm 8$

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