Meaning of "in a universe" (from TPR Verbal Workbook - passage # 1)

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In your opinion, does the phrase, "in a universe," necessarily mean in one specific universe, in any universe, or something else?

Here is the context: "There are two versions of the anthropic principle: the weak and the strong. The weak anthropic principle states that in a universe that is large or infinite in space and/or time, the conditions necessary for the development of intelligent life will be met only in certain regions that are limited in space and time. The intelligent beings in these regions should therefore not be surprised if they observe that their locality in the universe satisfies the conditions that are necessary for their existence. It is a bit like a rich person living in a wealthy neighborhood not seeing any poverty."

Can you tell if the author of the above paragraph is referring to one universe or many?
 
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