At which lunar phase(s)are tides least pronounced (e.g. ,the lowest high tides)?
A)first quarter
B)new Moon
C)full Moon
D)both new and full Moons
E)both first and third quarters

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During first and third quarter lunar phases, the Sun, Earth, and Moon form a right angle, which causes the gravitational force of the Moon to counteract the gravitational force of the Sun, resulting in tides that are less pronounced. Therefore, both first and third quarters have the lowest high tides.

At Which Lunar Phase(s)are Tides Least Pronounced (E