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)

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Both white- and brown-furred rabbits decline.

The proportion of white-furred rabbits in the population increases.

Both white- and brown-furred rabbits increase.

The proportion of white-furred rabbits in the population declines.

Answer 1

The scenario that is most likely is:

The proportion of white-furred rabbits in the population declines.

As the average temperature increases and winters become shorter, the environmental conditions become less suitable for white-furred rabbits, which are better adapted to colder climates and snowy environments. Brown-furred rabbits, being more suited to warmer environments, may thrive and reproduce more effectively, leading to a decline in the proportion of white-furred rabbits in the population.