Question

Most deer mouse populations inhabit regions with dark soils. These deer mice have dark brown fur. Populations of deer mice found in the Sand Hills regions of Nebraska have tan fur. Which statement best explains why the Sand Hills population of deer mice have tan fur, rather than the dark brown fur found in other populations of deer mice? Tan fur helps the mice protect themselves from predators.

Tan fur helps the mice find better mates.
Tan fur helps the mice find food easily.
Tan fur helps the mice move faster.

Answer 1

Tan fur helps the mice protect themselves from predators.

Answer 2

The best answer for this question would be:

Tan fur helps the mice protect themselves from predators.

The deer mouse uses their fur as defense mechanism to survive in the weather, as well as disguises for unwanted predators that may harm them. They blend well in the environment with their fur.