On a particular day, the Moon sets around high noon. What phase is the Moon in or near ?

New

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First quarter

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Full

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Last quarter

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Solution

The correct option is D Last quarter
During the last quarter, generally, the Moon rises at midnight, transits meridian at sunrise, sets at noon. The last quarter phase repeats after every 29 days.
The last quarter moon appears half-lit by sunshine and half immersed in its own shadow.

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