Two partners have a reference overlap. What happens if the second partner to deliver the reference file selects “Assert Exclusive Rights”?

When a second partner asserts exclusive rights on content that overlaps with an existing reference, YouTube's Content ID system flags this as a conflict. The first partner is then notified and given the opportunity to review the overlapping segment. They can choose to either assert their own exclusive rights, indicating they believe they own that portion, or exclude the overlapping segment from their reference file, effectively relinquishing claims on that specific part. This process ensures that ownership disputes are mediated and resolved by the partners themselves, rather than automatically assigning ownership to the second claimant. The other options are incorrect because YouTube does not automatically remove claims or assign content to the second partner without review from the first partner in such a conflict scenario.