To solve the expression \( 6(12 + 4) \), first, we need to simplify the expression inside the parentheses:
\[ 12 + 4 = 16 \]
Now, substitute that back into the expression:
\[ 6(16) \]
Next, multiply \( 6 \) by \( 16 \):
\[ 6 \times 16 = 96 \]
So, \( 6(12 + 4) = 96 \).