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Which description of red-shift is consistent with the Steady State theory?

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Which description of red-shift is consistent with the Steady State theory?.

  1. A.The universe is oscillating, causing light to alternately redden and blue-shift.
  2. B.Galaxies are moving away from each other through space, just like objects on an expanding balloon surface.
  3. C.Electromagnetic forces cause light waves to lose energy and appear redder over time.
  4. D.Dark energy causes light waves to bend, creating the illusion of red-shift.

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