The compound `C_(6)H_(6)-O-overset(O)overset(||)C-C_(6)H_(5)` can be prepared by the reaction of :
A. phenol and benzoic acid in the presence of NaOH
B. phenol and benzoyl chloride in the presence of pyridine
C. phenol and benzoyl chloride in the presence of `ZnCl_(2)`
D. phenol and benzaldehyde in the presence of palladium