Which Statement Describes Resource Partitioning

question 87

Multiple Choice

Which statement describes resource partitioning? 

• A) Resource partitioning occurs when one species preys on another species. 
• B) Resource partitioning occurs when species share resources at the same time. 
• C) Resource partitioning occurs when one species is a parasite of the other. 
• D) Resource partitioning occurs when a species evolves adaptations that allow it to reduce or avoid competition.

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