Multiple Choice
According to the Solar Nebula theory, planets:
A) should be randomly oriented to their star's equator.
B) will revolve opposite the star's rotation.
C) should be a common result of star formation.
D) should be extremely rare.
E) should orbit perpendicular to their star's equator.
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