12+12:16

To solve the expression \(12 + 12:16\), it's important to clarify how to interpret the colon. If we treat it as a division, the expression can be rewritten as:

\[ 12 + \frac{12}{16} \]

Now, simplify \( \frac{12}{16} \):

\[ \frac{12}{16} = \frac{3}{4} \]

Now, we can convert the whole number 12 to a fraction to add it to \( \frac{3}{4} \):

\[ 12 = \frac{48}{4} \]

Now, add:

\[ \frac{48}{4} + \frac{3}{4} = \frac{48 + 3}{4} = \frac{51}{4} \]

Thus, the final result is:

\[ \frac{51}{4} \quad \text{or} \quad 12.75 \]

If a different interpretation of the colon was intended, please let me know!