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What is the compound C in the following sequence of reactions? \[Phenol\xrightarrow{NaOH}A\xrightarrow[47\,atm]{C{{O}_{2}},410\,K}B\xrightarrow{HCl}C\]

A)  Benzoicacid     

B)  Salicylic acid

C)  Benzaldehyde                 

D)  Salicylaldehyde

Correct Answer: B

Solution :