Methyl orange is an acid-base indicator. Here's how it behaves in a neutral solution:

* In a neutral solution (pH 7), methyl orange is orange**.

Here's why:

* Acidic solutions (pH < 7): Methyl orange is red.

* Basic solutions (pH > 7): Methyl orange is yellow.

Since a neutral solution is right in the middle, methyl orange displays an intermediate color: orange.