If $8 \; g$ of a non-electrolyte solute is dissolved in $114 \; g$ of $n$-octane to reduce its vapour pressure to $80 \%$,the molar mass (in $g \; mol^{-1}$) of the solute is.
Given that the molar mass of $n$-octane is $114 \; g \; mol^{-1}$.

  • A
    $20$
  • B
    $40$
  • C
    $60$
  • D
    $80$

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