Question $37$

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D&B Designs has been in the landscape design business in Pleasantville for the past $20$ years. As the "first mover" in the market, the company has built a strong market share over the years and is the best$-$known firm in the area. The company size increased steadily, and now stands at $50$ employees. Which of the following, if TRUE, would make the company's business environment more uncertain?

Demand for landscaping services dips every autumn and winter.

Zoning laws in the area change as each new city council comes into power.

Homeowners in the area take pride in their gardens and are avid do$-$it$-$yourself gardeners.

A long$-$time competitor quit the landscape design business last year.