An accurate clock shows 8 O "clock in the morning. Through how many degrees will the hour hand rotate when the clock shows 2 O'clock in the afternoon?

• A.  \[{{144}^{o}}\]   
• B.  \[{{150}^{o}}\]
• C.  \[{{168}^{o}}\]   
• D.  \[{{180}^{o}}\]