Neap tides occur when the __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option C — Moon is in its first quarter and third quarter phases
Neap tides occur near first and third lunar quarters (quadrature) when the Sun and Moon are at right angles, producing minimum tidal range.
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