Consider the following scenario:
There are variations in the fur color of mice. Some mice have white fur. Some have dark fur. Foxes more easily catch mice with white fur.
What will likely be a consequence of this scenario?
A.Brown fur will become predominant.
B.Mice with white fur will be more likely to survive and reproduce.
C.White fur will become predominant.
D.Mice with brown fur will be less likely to pass on their genetic information.
B.Mice with white fur will be more likely to survive and reproduce.
The correct answer is B. Mice with white fur will be more likely to survive and reproduce.
In this scenario, foxes more easily catch mice with white fur, indicating that they have an advantage in predation. As a result, mice with white fur are more likely to be eliminated from the population, while mice with dark fur are more likely to survive and reproduce. Over time, this selective pressure may lead to a higher proportion of mice with dark fur in the population. However, it does not necessarily mean that brown fur will become predominant (option A) or that white fur will become predominant (option C). Additionally, there is no information provided that suggests mice with brown fur will be less likely to pass on their genetic information (option D).