$A$ Carnot engine whose sink is at $300\, K$ has an efficiency of $40\%.$ By how much should the temperature of the source be increased so as to increase its efficiency by $50\%$ of its original efficiency? (in $K$)

  • A
    $380$
  • B
    $275$
  • C
    $325$
  • D
    $250$

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