If f(x) is the total number of bacteria present in a sample after x hours, which of the following statements best describes the meaning of f(2) = 12?


The total number of bacteria present in the sample after 12 hours is 2.


The total number of bacteria present in the sample after 6 hours is 2.


The total number of bacteria present in the sample after 2 hours is 12.


The total number of bacteria present in the sample after 6 hours is 12.