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An organic acid (X) has molecular formula C8H16O2. X on heating with NH3 forms Y which on treatment with alkaline Br2 forms Z. Z on treatment with HNO2 followed by heating with H2SO4 gives 2,4-dimethyl-2-pentene. How many different acids (X) can give the indicated final product?

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