Evaluate the Function for the Indicated Value $f ( - 1 )$

question 163

Multiple Choice

Evaluate the function for the indicated value.
-Evaluate $f ( - 1 )$
$$f ( x ) = \left\{ \begin{array} { c c } 9 & x \leq - 1 \\| x + 1 | & - 1 < x \leq 5 \\- 5 & x > 5\end{array} \right.$$

• A) 0
• B) \(- 1\)
• C) 9
• D) \(- 5\)

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