Among which of the following pairs of animals is competition likely to be most intense?

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Competition is most intense between organisms that have identical needs for resources. Mature white oak trees and young white oak trees compete for the same resources (light, water, nutrients) in the same environment, making their competition more intense compared to the other pairs listed, which involve species with different niches or roles in the ecosystem.

Among Which of the Following Pairs of Animals Is Competition