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Which of the following statement is incorrect?

A

methanol is very toxic to humans, leading to blindness and even death

B

`98%` methanol `-H_(2)O` mixture is called rectified spirit

C

methanol is used as a premium fuel to power racing car engines

D

ethanol is mixed with petroleum products to produce non-lead gasoline for use internal combustion engine

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B

Rectified spirit contains `98%` ethanol-water (not methanol) mixture.
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