Evaluate the Function for the Indicated Value $f ( 3 )$

question 22

Multiple Choice

Evaluate the function for the indicated value.
-Evaluate $f ( 3 )$
$$f ( x ) = \left\{ \begin{array} { c c } 7 & x \leq - 1 \\| x + 1 | & - 1 < x \leq 3 \\- 5 & x > 3\end{array} \right.$$

• A) 3
• B) 7
• C) \(- 5\)
• D) 4

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