Which of the following statements is true?
A) High tides are caused by the sun, low tides by the moon.
B) Low tides are caused by the sun, high tides by the moon.
C) The moon is chiefly responsible for the tides, with the sun's influence modifying the tidal range.
D) The sun is chiefly responsible for the tides, with the moon's influence modifying the tidal range.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The moon is primarily responsible for the tides due to its gravitational pull on Earth's water. However, the sun's gravitational pull also has a smaller influence on the tides and can either reinforce or counteract the effect of the moon's pull, leading to variations in the tidal range. Nonetheless, the moon remains the main cause of the tides.

Which of the Following Statements Is True