Which of the following observations is a convincing argument for the idea that quasars are located inside galaxies?
A) quasars have been discovered in more than one direction in space
B) quasars appear to be small in angular extent (they look like points)
C) quasars vary in brightness with time
D) relatively nearby quasars show "fuzz" around them with the same spectra and redshift as the quasar
E) you can't fool me; there is no evidence whatsoever that quasars are connected with galaxies
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