The relation between efficiency $(\eta)$ of a Carnot engine and the coefficient of performance $(\beta)$ of a refrigerator working between the same temperatures is:

  • A
    $\eta = \frac{1}{1+\beta}$
  • B
    $\eta = \frac{1}{1-\beta}$
  • C
    $\eta = \frac{\beta}{1-\beta}$
  • D
    $\eta = \frac{1+\beta}{\beta}$

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