How many sets of inequivalent carbon atoms are there for the following compound?

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The compound has 5 sets of inequivalent carbon atoms, as shown below:

1. The sp2 hybridized carbon at the top of the ring (labeled "a" in the diagram).
2. The sp3 hybridized carbon on the left side of the ring (labeled "b").
3. The sp3 hybridized carbon on the right side of the ring (labeled "c").
4. The sp3 hybridized carbon at the bottom of the ring (labeled "d").
5. The sp3 hybridized carbon on the methyl group (labeled "e").

Therefore, the correct choice is C) 5.

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