Answer:
72
Explanation:
Given that 2x + 3y = 12 , then
(2x + 3y)² = 12² = 144 ← distribute left side using FOIL
4x² + 12xy + 9y² = 144 ( subtract 12xy from both sides )
4x² + 9y² = 144 - 12xy = 144 - 12(6) = 144 - 72 = 72
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