Sure! Let's solve the problem step by step:
1. Identify the given dimensions of the rectangle:
- Base (length) = 12 inches
- Height (width) = 8 inches
2. Recall the formula for the area of a rectangle:
[tex]\[
\text{Area} = \text{base} \times \text{height}
\][/tex]
3. Substitute the given values into the formula:
[tex]\[
\text{Area} = 12 \, \text{inches} \times 8 \, \text{inches}
\][/tex]
4. Perform the multiplication:
[tex]\[
12 \times 8 = 96
\][/tex]
5. State the answer with the appropriate units:
The area of the rectangle is [tex]\( 96 \, \text{square inches} \)[/tex].
Thus, the correct answer is [tex]\( 96 \, \text{in.}^2 \)[/tex].
