Spring tides, which have the greatest tidal range, occur when the moon is in which phase(s)?

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

Why C is correct

Spring tides occur near both new and full moon and produce the greatest range. Neap tides, with the smallest range, occur near first and last quarter moon.

Cited:Bowditch Ch. 9 §902

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