A short article discusses a general decline in consumer spending on luxury goods due to economic uncertainty. A table presents the quarterly sales data (in millions USD) for three luxury brands over the past year: Brand A (+5%, -2%, -1%, -3%), Brand B (-3%, -1%, -4%, -2%), Brand C (+2%, +4%, +1%, +3%). Which brand's data most strongly contradicts the article's general trend?
✓ Correct Answer: Option C
The article states a general decline. Brand A shows mixed results, Brand B shows consistent decline. Brand C, however, shows consistent positive growth (+2%, +4%, +1%, +3%) across all quarters, directly contradicting the observed general trend of decline.