The Drake equation now tells us that the number of technological civilizations in our Galaxyat this time is:
A)only our own.
B)five to ten at most.
C)perhaps 3,000.
D)millions.
E)not known; insufficient data to compute.

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The Drake equation relies on many unknown variables and assumptions, so it is currently impossible to accurately calculate the number of technological civilizations in our galaxy. The Drake equation requires input variables that are currently unknown, making it impossible to accurately calculate the number of technological civilizations in our galaxy. Therefore, the answer is not known and the best choice is E.

The Drake Equation Now Tells Us That the Number of Technological