If the circles $x^2 + y^2 = 4$ and $x^2 + y^2 - 10x + \lambda = 0$ touch externally,then $\lambda$ is equal to:

  • A
    $-16$
  • B
    $9$
  • C
    $16$
  • D
    $25$

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