Find the equation of the axis of symmetry of the parabola.
-$$f ( x ) = ( x + 4 ) ^ { 2 } + 6$$
A) $x = 4$
B) $y = - 4$
C) $x = - 4$
D) $y = 0$

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The axis of symmetry of a parabola in the form $f(x) = (x - h)^2 + k$ is given by the line $x = h$. For the given parabola $f(x) = (x + 4)^2 + 6$, it can be rewritten in the form $f(x) = (x - (-4))^2 + 6$, indicating that the axis of symmetry is $x = -4$.

Find the Equation of the Axis of Symmetry of the Parabola