When Would a Researcher Be MOST Likely to Observe Resource

Question

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

Accepted Answer

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.