Resource partitioning occurs

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Resource partitioning refers to the division of resources (such as food, space, or light) among different species to reduce competition. When species have different habitat preferences, they may use different parts of the ecosystem and consume different resources, allowing them to coexist without competition. Therefore, option D "when different habitat preferences result in different diets" is the best choice. Option A is incorrect because producing different seed types may not necessarily result in resource partitioning. Option B is incorrect because sympatric speciation is a process of evolution, while resource partitioning is a mechanism of coexistence. Option C is incorrect because resource partitioning can occur in any environment where competition for resources exists, not just in lakes.

Resource Partitioning Occurs