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Nurseries
If you thought nurseries were just for babies, well, think again! Being special kinds of farms, nurseries are used to raise plants in mass quantities. Plants, trees, and shrubs are typically grown in nurseries and then sold to farmers and gardeners to plant in homes, businesses and farms. Most nurseries are found in the more rural parts the country because much land is required to have a viable nursery. If a nursery sells plants to others, it must obtain a special permit from the local city or county, which keeps the competition fair and does not saturate the market with a large number of nurseries selling similar products.
Also on the grounds of nurseries are greenhouses which are made of glass or plastic panes that protect the plants from weather elements that may harm them and cause them not to grow and develop. The glass panels in greenhouses allow for sunlight to enter and moisture to be trapped inside. This creates a tropical environment which allows orchids and poinsettias to grow. It ensures that vegetables and fruits will grow large, which makes them valuable to farmers.
Why is a special permit needed for nurseries?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A special permit is required for nurseries to prevent an oversaturation of the market with nurseries, ensuring that there are enough buyers for the plants being sold. This regulation helps maintain a balance in the market and prevents an imbalance where there are more suppliers than demand, which could lead to financial losses for nursery owners. By controlling the number of nurseries through permits, the market can remain stable, benefiting both the nurseries and the buyers.