Step 1: Concept
Count 4-digit numbers $> 7000$ and all 5-digit numbers.
Step 2: Meaning
Available digits: $\{2, 4, 6, 7, 8\}$ (5 digits).
Step 3: Analysis
4-digit numbers starting with 7 or 8: $2 \times 4 \times 3 \times 2 = 48$.
5-digit numbers: $5 \times 4 \times 3 \times 2 \times 1 = 120$.
Step 4: Conclusion
Total integers $= 48 + 120 = 168$.
Final Answer: (A)