Based on the following IR spectrum, this compound would be classified as aromatic carboxylic acid. Spectrum obtained from: SDBSWeb : http://riodb01.ibase.aist.go.jp/sdbs/ (National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology, 11-07-08)

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Based on the following IR spectrum, this compound would be classified as aromatic carboxylic acid.  Spectrum obtained from: SDBSWeb : http://riodb01.ibase.aist.go.jp/sdbs/ (National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology, 11-07-08)

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The presence of a sharp and intense peak in the range of 1700-1725 cm^-1 indicates the presence of a carboxylic acid functional group. The presence of a series of peaks in the range of 1300-1600 cm^-1, along with a strong band at around 3100 cm^-1, indicates the presence of an aromatic ring. Therefore, this compound is classified as an aromatic carboxylic acid.

Based on the Following IR Spectrum, This Compound Would Be