Which of the following statements regarding neap tides is/are <strong>CORRECT</strong>?<br>1. It occurs every 14-15 days, which coincides with the first and third quarter of the Moon.<br>2. This tide has a small tidal range because the gravitational forces of the Moon and the Sun are in quadrature.<br>Select the answer using the code given below :

  1. A. 1 only
  2. B. 2 only
  3. C. Both 1 and 2
  4. D. Neither 1 nor 2

Correct Answer: C. Both 1 and 2

Explanation

Neap tides occur during the first and third quarter moon (roughly every 14-15 days) when the sun and moon are at right angles (quadrature) to each other, resulting in a lower tidal range.

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