When would a researcher be MOST likely to observe resource partitioning?
A)between two species, one predator and one prey
B)between two sympatric species that eat similar-sized seeds
C)between two sympatric species, one herbivore and one carnivore
D)between two allopatric populations that eat the same thing

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Resource partitioning is the process where different species divide a resource to avoid competition. In option B, two sympatric species that eat similar-sized seeds are likely to partition that resource to avoid competition. Therefore, this situation provides the best opportunity for a researcher to observe resource partitioning in action.

When Would a Researcher Be MOST Likely to Observe Resource