$A$ Carnot engine operates between a source and a sink. The efficiency of the engine is $40 \%$ and the temperature of the sink is $27^{\circ} C$. If the efficiency is to be increased to $50 \%$,then the temperature of the source must be increased by: (in $K$)

  • A
    $80$
  • B
    $120$
  • C
    $100$
  • D
    $160$

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