In the given reaction:

The number of alkenes formed would be:

1

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2

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3

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4

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Solution

The correct option is D $4$
The reaction goes via $E_{1}$ mechanism. The first step is the formation of a carbocation and it rearranges to form a more stable carbocation. Depending upon the number of different carbocations formed, different alkenes can be obtained.

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