A scientist grows two types of bacteria. Glucose and maltose are simple sugars that serve as food sources. The first type of bacteria is able to use both glucose and maltose for energy. The second type of bacteria can only use glucose for energy.
Which statement best describes the most likely result of an experiment in which both types of bacteria are grown in conditions that have maltose as the only energy source?
A. The first type of bacteria that is able to use maltose will be greater in number.
B. The second type of bacteria that is able to use glucose will be greater in number.
C. Both types of bacteria will be unable to survive.
D. Both types of bacteria will be similar in number.
