Question

Competitive Advantage Quick Check
Which of the following scenarios best explains how resource partitioning can lead to adaptive radiation? (1 point)
The utilization of different resources requires different adaptations, selecting for different traits.
O There is no connection between adaptive radiation and the resource partitioning in nature.
O The lack of competition between individuals leads to better survival and reproduction rates.
O The lack of competition leads to a more balanced ecosystem, resulting in more offspring.

Answer 1

Answer: The utilization of different resources requires different adaptations, selecting for different traits.

Explanation:

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Birds with larger beaks were better able to utilize the large seeds.

DNA analysis shows that their DNA is almost identical with only minor changes.

The diversity in environments on each island provides many opportunities to study how related organisms have adapted over time.

Scientists observe the frequency of the different forms of the gene and how it changes in response to the environment.