A very simple qn on geometrical isomers

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Homework Statement


Can anybody explain how this compound can have 3 geometrical isomers isomers.
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The compound contains two double bonds hence will have 2 pairs of cis-trans isomers.That means it will have four geometrical isomers.But my book says the isomers are 3.

Plz help
 
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What is the symmetry of the molecule?
 
Are any of the 4 you identified superimposable?
 
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