Given below are some statements concerning formic acid. Which of them is true?

  • A
    It is a weaker acid than acetic acid.
  • B
    It is a reducing agent.
  • C
    When its calcium salt is heated,it forms a ketone.
  • D
    It is an oxidising agent.

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