For the reaction $CH_{4(g)} + 2O_{2(g)} \rightleftharpoons CO_{2(g)} + 2H_{2}O_{(g)}$ with $\Delta H = -170.8 \ kJ \ mol^{-1}$,which of the following statements is incorrect?

  • A
    The reaction is exothermic.
  • B
    The equilibrium constant $K_p$ expression is $K_p = \frac{p_{CO_2} \times (p_{H_2O})^2}{p_{CH_4} \times (p_{O_2})^2}$.
  • C
    The reaction is spontaneous at all temperatures.
  • D
    The entropy of the system increases.

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