Rainfall in a tropical region is below average for ten consecutive years. Insect species adapted for dry conditions are much more plentiful at the end of the ten years. Which of the following statements best explains the increase in the population of these insects? (1 point) Responses Natural selection has selected against insect species that are adapted for dry conditions. Natural selection has selected against insect species that are adapted for dry conditions. Natural selection has favored insect species with a high tolerance for dry conditions. Natural selection has favored insect species with a high tolerance for dry conditions. Insects with a high tolerance for dry conditions have migrated out of the region. Insects with a high tolerance for dry conditions have migrated out of the region. Biodiversity in the region has increased due to the dry conditions.

Natural selection has favored insect species with a high tolerance for dry conditions.