Gillbret said, "Statistics show that one out of three stars has a planetary system.”
Biron nodded. It was a well-worn statistic. Every child was taught that in elementary Galactography. (Isaac Asimov)

Gillbret said, "Statistics show that one out of three stars has a planetary system.” Biron nodded. It was a well-worn statistic. Every child was taught that in elementary Galactography.

Isaac Asimov

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