In an ecosystem, the average temperature increases, causing a shorter winter. There are two varieties of rabbits in this area, white-furred rabbits and brown-furred rabbits. Which scenario is most likely? (1 point) Responses The proportion of white-furred rabbits in the population increases. The proportion of white-furred rabbits in the population increases. The proportion of white-furred rabbits in the population declines. The proportion of white-furred rabbits in the population declines. Both white- and brown-furred rabbits increase. Both white- and brown-furred rabbits increase. Both white- and brown-furred rabbits decline.
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The most likely scenario is: The proportion of white-furred rabbits in the population declines.
This is because with an increase in average temperature and shorter winters, the environment may favor brown-furred rabbits over white-furred rabbits for camouflage against the brown earth and vegetation, which can affect survival and reproduction. White-furred rabbits may struggle to hide from predators, leading to a decline in their proportion within the population.
