The factor fnₒw, in the Drake equation depends on
A) whether a civilization ever develops intelligence
B) whether a planet has any kind of life on its surface right now
C) how technologically advanced civilizations become
D) how long civilizations survive once they have arisen

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The factor fnₒw, or the fraction of civilizations that survive for a detectable period of time after becoming technologically advanced, depends on how long civilizations survive once they have arisen. This factor takes into account various factors such as natural disasters, war, environmental degradation, and self-destruction. The longer a civilization survives, the higher the value of fnₒw.

The Factor Fnₒw, in the Drake Equation Depends on