Question

the peppered moth is often used as an example of natural selection. most of the original moths had lighter wings, but as the soot from industrial revolution covered the trees, the number of darker moths increased
as the peppered moth evolved over time, its wings changed from light to dark so that it could better
a find food to eat.
b combat pollution.
c hide from predators.
d withstand its climate

Explanation:

The peppered moth's wing color change (from light to dark) during the Industrial Revolution is an example of natural selection. Darker wings helped the moth blend with soot - covered trees, which is a survival mechanism to avoid being seen by predators. Option A is incorrect as wing color doesn't directly help find food. Option B is wrong because moths can't combat pollution. Option D is incorrect as wing color isn't related to withstanding climate. So the correct reason for the wing color change is to hide from predators.

Answer:

C. hide from predators