For which of the following options will the efficiency of a Carnot engine be the highest?

  • A
    $80 \ K, 60 \ K$
  • B
    $100 \ K, 80 \ K$
  • C
    $60 \ K, 40 \ K$
  • D
    $40 \ K, 20 \ K$

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