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February 24, 2017

2008 US adults surveyed

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Astronomers have detected seven Earth‑sized planets orbiting a dwarf star located 40 light-years away. One or more of these planets could potentially contain water. Given this news, which of the following statements do you think is most likely true?

Conducted February 24, 2017

YouGov surveyed 2008 US adults

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Astronomers have detected seven Earth‑sized planets orbiting a dwarf star located 40 light-years away. One or more of these planets could potentially contain water. Given this news, which of the following statements do you think is most likely true?

Conducted February 24, 2017

YouGov surveyed 2008 US adults

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16%
40%
44%

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