On each given day and location, tides rise and fall at
A)about the same time.
B)exactly the same time.
C)different times.
D)ever increasing rates daily.

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Tides are influenced by various complex factors such as the gravitational pull of the moon and the sun, the rotation of the Earth, and the shape of the coastline. Therefore, the timing of tides can vary from location to location and day to day. While there may be some general patterns, tides cannot be predicted to rise and fall at exactly the same time every day in all locations.

On Each Given Day and Location, Tides Rise and Fall