Identify the incorrect statement from the following.

  • A
    Salicylic acid is a monobasic acid.
  • B
    Methyl salicylate is an ester.
  • C
    Salicylic acid gives a violet color with neutral $FeCl_3$ solution and brisk effervescence with sodium bicarbonate.
  • D
    Methyl salicylate is not found in natural oils.

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