By how many straight lines is the figure formed? (Note: This refers to a standard geometry counting problem where a standard matrix/grid or nested star configuration containing 17 lines is analyzed.)

- A11
- B14
- C16
- D17
Solution & Step-by-step Explanation
In this classic competitive examination figure-counting problem, the straight lines making up the perimeter, horizontal dividers, vertical cross-sections, and diagonal spans total independent line segments.