We can use the distributive property to simplify the expression. 
$12 \times 24 + 36 \times 12 = (12 \times 24) + (36 \times 12) = 288 + 432 = \boxed{720}$. 
The answer is: 720
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### Problem:
What is the result of the calculation 12 times 24 plus 36 times 12?

### Answer:
