Solution:
The equation of motion of the projectile is given as:
\[
y = 12x - \frac{3}{4}x^2
\]
At the range, \( y = 0 \). To find the range, set \( y = 0 \) and solve for \( x \):
\[
0 = 12x - \frac{3}{4}x^2
\]
Multiply the entire equation by 4 to eliminate the fraction:
\[
0 = 48x - 3x^2
\]
Factor the equation:
\[
0 = x(48 - 3x)
\]
This gives two solutions:
\[
x = 0 \quad \text{or} \quad 48 - 3x = 0
\]
Solving for \( x \):
\[
x = \frac{48}{3} = 16
\]
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