The line $2x + y = 4$ intersects the $X$ and $Y$ axes at points $A$ and $B$ respectively. Let $C(p, q)$ be a point such that the lines $AC$ and $BC$ are perpendicular. Find the distance of point $C$ from the midpoint of segment $AB$.

  • A
    $\sqrt{2}$
  • B
    $\sqrt{5}$
  • C
    $2\sqrt{2}$
  • D
    $2\sqrt{5}$

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