24. A 200 mm x 250 mm, 8-cylinder, 4-stroke diesel engine has a brake power of 150 kW. The mechanical efficiency is 80%. If two of the cylinders were accidentally cut off, what will be the new friction power?

A. 31.50 kW

B. 33.50 kW

C. 35.50 kW

D. 37.50 kW