Question ID:PTJ2007 S2 Q24 Passage:Car companies solicit consumer information on such human factors as whether a seat is comfortable or whether a set of controls is easy to use.  However, designer interaction with consumers is superior to survey data; the data may tell the designer why a feature on last year's model was given a low rating, but data will not explain how that feature needs to be changed in order to receive a higher rating. Stem:The reasoning above conforms most closely to which one of the following propositions?  Correct Answer Choice:AChoice A:Getting consumer input for design modifications can contribute to successful product design. Choice B:Car companies traditionally conduct extensive postmarket surveys. Choice C:Designers aim to create features that will appeal to specific market niches. Choice D:A car will have unappealing features if consumers are not consulted during its design stage. Choice E:Consumer input affects external rather than internal design components of cars.