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Which of these sentences is true with respect to species?

Two organisms belong to the same species even if they are separated by a geographical barrier, as long as they can mate and produce sterile offspring.

Two organisms belong to the same species even if they are separated by a geographical barrier, as long as they can mate and produce fertile offspring.

Two organisms belong to different species if they are separated by a geographical barrier, even if they can reproduce and produce fertile offspring.

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"Two organisms belong to the same species even if they are separated by a geographical barrier, as long as they can mate and produce fertile offspring" is correct. geographical boundaries do not affect the legitimacy of the species.
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