The ocean tides on earth are caused by the positions of the moon and sun. why does the position of jupiter not strongly affect the ocean tides? a. because jupiter's diameter is smaller than the moon's. b. because jupiter is not as massive as the moon. c. because jupiter is very far away. d. because jupiter's diameter is larger than the moon's.

The formula that describes Forces between heavenly bodies is

F = G * m1 *m2 / r^2

So the catch is the further away something is, the less effect it has on the earth's tides. That's the only answer that is correct.

A is wrong no matter what you are talking about concerning Jupiter and the moon.

B is wrong for the same reason as A: the opposite is true.

D it's true, but not as important as C.