The picture shows a polar bear.

Which change in the environment would most likely decrease the ability of this animal to survive?

increase in Earth’s temperature

decrease in Earth’s temperature

increase in yearly rainfall

decrease in yearly rainfall

An increase in Earth's temperature would most likely decrease the ability of a polar bear to survive. This is because polar bears rely on sea ice to hunt for their food, and an increase in temperature could cause the sea ice to melt, making it more difficult for them to hunt and survive.