Zombies lose limbs. Mutants grow limbs. Mutant-zombies do both. Today, a certain mutant-zombie grew 5 limbs, lost 12 limbs, and grew another 2 limbs.
To determine the current number of limbs on the mutant-zombie, we can perform the following calculations:
Starting with the initial state of the mutant-zombie:
- Zombies lose limbs, so we subtract the number of limbs that were lost. Subtract 12 from the initial count.
- After losing 12 limbs, we are left with the result.
Now, let's consider the subsequent actions:
- Mutants grow limbs, so we add the number of limbs that were grown. Add 5 to the previous result.
- Then, the mutant-zombie grows an additional 2 limbs. Add 2 to the previous result.
By following these steps, you can calculate the current number of limbs on the mutant-zombie.