Students are studying how the color of a group of beetles changes. Population of Beetles
25
20
Number of Beetles
(thousands)
15
10
0
Time
Which two statements support the explanation that natural selection caused the color change in the beetles?
A. The beetles' surroundings became lighter.
B. Fewer beetles with dark coloration survived to reproduce.
C. The gene that produces dark coloration became more common.
D. Beetles with light coloration found a more nutritious food source.
E. Beetles with dark coloration became better able to hide from predators.