Compare each option to 12.

• A: 1 ten 9 ones = 19. 19 > 12. ✗
• B: 13 ones = 13. 13 > 12. ✗
• C: 1 + 10 = 11. 11 < 12. ✓
• D: 10 + 7 = 17. 17 > 12. ✗

Final Answer: C: 1 + 10