I'll give you a question, please answer with step-by-step reasoning process.
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?\nOptions:\n(A) 44\n(B) 96\n(C) 128\n(D) 144\n(E) 168

(B)
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?\n(12*16)-(8*12) = 96.

Thus, the answer is (B)