For what value of $c$ does the line $y = 4x + c$ touch the curve $\frac{x^2}{4} + y^2 = 1$? Find the number of possible values of $c$.

  • A
    $0$
  • B
    $1$
  • C
    $2$
  • D
    Infinite

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