The point (-17, 18) lies on the graph that is symmetric about the x-axis. State the other point that must also lie on the graph.
A) (17, 18)
B) (17, -18)
C) (-17, -18)
D) (18, -17)

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If a graph is symmetric about the x-axis, for every point (x, y) on the graph, the point (x, -y) must also be on the graph. Therefore, the point (-17, -18) must also lie on the graph.

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