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Although astronomers can reliably measure the relative distances of distant galaxies, attempts to calibrate the absolute cosmic distance scale remain controversial. Nevertheless, the sources of possible error are now clearly defined and a convincing result seems to be within reach.
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Fukugita, M., Hogan, C. & Peebles, P. The cosmic distance scale and the Hubble constant. Nature 366, 309–312 (1993). https://doi.org/10.1038/366309a0
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