Question

which characteristic is typically used to differentiate one species from another? their habitat preference ability to perform photosynthesis ability to interbreed and produce offspring

Explanation:

In biology, a species is defined as a group of organisms that can interbreed and produce fertile offspring. Habitat preference (A) can vary within a species, and many species share habitats. The ability to perform photosynthesis (B) is a trait of plants (and some bacteria) but doesn't define species boundaries. Only the biological species concept (ability to interbreed - C) is a fundamental characteristic for species differentiation.

Answer:

C. ability to interbreed and produce offspring