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A. Distant galaxies appear red in color as their light passes through dust.
B. The temperature of distant galaxies is decreasing.
C. The spectral lines of the galaxies are shifted to redder wavelengths.
D. Distant galaxies appear red in color due to having older stars.
E. None of these choices is correct.


Answer: C

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