Question

consider the population of mice with brown fur or black fur. assume that these fur colors are inherited variations. remember that mice that blend into their environment are harder for predators to see.
think about what is likely to happen to the population after one generation in a valley with many black rocks. then, click the blue words to correct the following statements.
overall, mice with black fur are likely to produce fewer offspring than mice with brown fur are. so, after one generation, the population is likely to have fewer offspring with black fur than before.

Explanation:

In a valley with many black rocks, black - furred mice can better blend into the environment. This makes them less likely to be preyed upon by predators. As a result, black - furred mice have a higher survival rate. Since survival is related to the ability to reproduce, black - furred mice are more likely to survive and reproduce. So, they are likely to produce more offspring. And over time, the proportion of black - furred mice in the population will increase.

Answer:

Overall, mice with black fur are likely to produce more offspring than mice with brown fur are. So, after one generation, the population is likely to have more offspring with black fur than before.