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The correct answer is "1, 2, and 3."
Tides in oceans and seas are caused by the combined gravitational forces of the Sun, the Moon, and the Earth. The Moon`s gravitational force has the strongest influence on tides due to its proximity to the Earth. However, the Sun`s gravitational force also contributes to tides, albeit to a lesser extent. The gravitational force of the Earth itself also plays a role in the formation of tides.
When the gravitational forces of the Sun and the Moon align or oppose each other, it results in the formation of spring tides, which are characterized by higher high tides and lower low tides. When the gravitational forces of the Sun and the Moon are at right angles, neap tides occur, which have lower high tides and higher low tides.
Therefore, the correct answer is indeed "1, 2, and 3."