two thirds of 12

Let's evaluate: $\frac{12\times 2}{3}$

ⅰ $12\times 2$ = $(10+2)\times 2$ = $10\times 2+2\times 2$ = $20+4$ = $24$

$\frac{24}{3}$

ⓘ We simplify the fraction by dividing the numerator and the denominator by $3$, their greatest common divisor: $\frac{24}{3}$ = $8$

▶Result:   $8$