Spring tides, which have the greatest tidal range, occur at which phase of the moon?

A. First and last quarter moon
✓ New and full moonCorrect
C. New moon only
D. Full moon only

Why B is correct

Spring tides occur near both new and full moon when the gravitational forces of the sun and moon are aligned, producing the greatest tidal range. Neap tides, with the smallest range, occur at first and last quarter. (Bowditch Ch. 9 §902)

Cited:Bowditch Ch. 9 §902

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