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? (1 point) Responses Brown fur will become predominant. Brown fur will become predominant. Mice with white fur will be more likely to survive and reproduce. Mice with white fur will be more likely to survive and reproduce. Mice with brown fur will be less likely to pass on their genetic information. Mice with brown fur will be less likely to pass on their genetic information. White fur will become predominant.

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The most likely consequence of this scenario is that brown fur will become predominant. Since foxes more easily catch mice with white fur, those with brown fur are more likely to survive and reproduce. Over time, the population of mice will have a higher proportion of brown-furred individuals as they are less likely to be predated upon.