The correct answer is C) when the Moon is between new and first quarter and between full and third quarter. Priming of the tides occurs when the gravitational pull of the Moon and Sun are aligned, which happens when the Moon is between new and first quarter, and between full and third quarter. This creates a stronger gravitational pull that results in higher high tides and lower low tides, known as priming of the tides. The other options are incorrect because option A describes the timing of neap tides, option B describes the timing of spring tides, and option D does not accurately describe the alignment of the Earth, Moon, and Sun that causes priming of the tides.