$A$ Carnot engine has an efficiency of $25\%$. It operates between reservoirs of constant temperature with a temperature difference of $80\,K$. What is the temperature of the low-temperature reservoir in $^oC$?

  • A
    $-22$
  • B
    $25$
  • C
    $-33$
  • D
    $33$

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