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Q · Earth Movement And ImpactMedium · 45s
Tides are highest when the Moon is:
TopicEarth Movement And Impact
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Moon’s closest approach means stronger gravitational pull.
Final Answer: Option B — At Perigee