A graph shows an x- and y-axis. The data line is in the shape of a "vee. " the begins above the x-axis and to the left of the y-axis, extends below the x-axis to a point on the y-axis, and ascends above the x-axis to the right of the y-axis. Which statement describes the relationship between x and y?.

Apopulation of deer mice was introduced into a desert ecosystem. being dark-colored, the deer mice stood out in the sand and were easy prey for predators. over a few years, the color of the mice changed from dark brown to light brown. what role does natural selection play in this example? a. the change of color camouflaged them, which them hunt better. b. the change of color enabled them to regulate their body temperature. c. the change of color allowed them to hide better from predators. d. the change of color made their bodies tolerant to the harsh desert sand. e. the change of color allowed them to deflect the excessive heat.