Here's why:
* Phenolphthalein as an indicator: Phenolphthalein is a pH indicator. It is colorless in acidic and neutral solutions but turns pink/magenta in basic solutions.
* Sodium chloride solution: A sodium chloride solution is neutral. It does not have any acidic or basic properties.
Since the sodium chloride solution is neutral, phenolphthalein will remain colorless in it.