The point cap p times open paren x comma y close paren lies on the terminal side of an angle theta is equal to negative 60 degrees in standard position. What are the signs of the values of x and y ?

An angle of −60° is measured clockwise from the positive x-axis, so its terminal side lies in Quadrant IV. In Quadrant IV, x is positive and y is negative. Therefore, the correct choice is C: x is positive, and y is negative.

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