Two populations of deer are found in a mountainous habitat.These two populations look very similar.Also,there is observed mating between them that results in viable offspring.Do you think that these two populations have diverged into two species?
A) Yes, they have been separated by mountain barriers and their is no exchange of genetic material
B) Yes, because the two populations are allopatric
C) No, because the two populations are sympatric
D) No, because there is observed mating between them that results in viable offspring

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The fact that there is observed mating between the two populations that results in viable offspring suggests that they are not reproductively isolated and, therefore, can be considered a single species. Choice A and B are not applicable as there is no evidence of physical or geographical separation between the two populations. Choice C is not applicable as the two populations are not reproductively isolated.

Two Populations of Deer Are Found in a Mountainous Habitat