Evaluate the Function for the Indicated Value $f ( - 12 )$

Multiple Choice

Evaluate the function for the indicated value.
-Evaluate $f ( - 12 )$
$$f ( x ) = \left\{ \begin{array} { c c } 7 & x \leq - 2 \\| x + 1 | & - 2 < x \leq 4 \\- 5 & x > 4\end{array} \right.$$

A) $- 12$
B) $- 5$
C) 7
D) 11