Question

a team of engineers has decided to design a new shoe for people suffering from a painful foot condition. each of the following tasks is necessary for the engineers to undertake during the beginning phase of the project except which?
a. do research on orthopedic shoes that have already been designed for this condition.
b. have subjects wear the shoes in an experimental trial to see if symptoms improve.
c. estimate the price potential consumers would be willing to pay for this product.
d. look into the available materials and weigh the advantages and disadvantages of each.

Explanation:

In the beginning phase of a project, tasks like researching existing designs (A), estimating consumer - willing price (C), and evaluating materials (D) are typical. However, having subjects wear the shoes (B) is a testing phase activity, not part of the initial design phase.

Answer:

B. Have subjects wear the shoes in an experimental trial to see if symptoms improve.