A frame 2 inches wide is placed around a rectangular picture with dimensions 8 inches by 12 inches. What is the area of the frame, in square inches?  Choose the correct choice from the following.
A) 44	B) 96	C) 128	D) 144	E) 168
A frame 2 inches wide is placed around a rectangular picture with dimensions 8 inches by 12 inches. What is the area of the frame, in square inches?   (12*16)-(8*12)= 
<gadget id="calculator">(12*16)-(8*12)</gadget>
<output>96</output>
96   ANSWER:96
<result>B</result>
A frame 2 inches wide is placed around a rectangular picture with dimensions 8 inches by 12 inches. What is the area of the frame, in square inches?