With respect to the following reaction,consider the given statements:
$C_6H_5NH_2 \xrightarrow{HNO_3, H_2SO_4, 288 \ K} \text{products}$
$(A)$ $o$-Nitroaniline and $p$-nitroaniline are the predominant products.
$(B)$ $p$-Nitroaniline and $m$-nitroaniline are the predominant products.
$(C)$ $HNO_3$ acts as an acid.
$(D)$ $H_2SO_4$ acts as an acid.

• A
  $A$ and $C$ are correct statements.
• B
  $A$ and $D$ are correct statements.
• C
  $B$ and $D$ are correct statements.
• D
  $B$ and $C$ are correct statements.