Answer :
We start by converting [tex]$\frac{1}{4}$[/tex] cup into tablespoons. Since there are 16 tablespoons in 1 cup, we have
[tex]$$
\frac{1}{4} \text{ cup} = \frac{1}{4} \times 16 \text{ tablespoons} = 4 \text{ tablespoons}.
$$[/tex]
Next, we convert tablespoons to teaspoons. Given that 1 tablespoon equals 3 teaspoons, we get
[tex]$$
4 \text{ tablespoons} = 4 \times 3 \text{ teaspoons} = 12 \text{ teaspoons}.
$$[/tex]
Thus, Tabitha should use [tex]$\boxed{12}$[/tex] teaspoons of broth.
[tex]$$
\frac{1}{4} \text{ cup} = \frac{1}{4} \times 16 \text{ tablespoons} = 4 \text{ tablespoons}.
$$[/tex]
Next, we convert tablespoons to teaspoons. Given that 1 tablespoon equals 3 teaspoons, we get
[tex]$$
4 \text{ tablespoons} = 4 \times 3 \text{ teaspoons} = 12 \text{ teaspoons}.
$$[/tex]
Thus, Tabitha should use [tex]$\boxed{12}$[/tex] teaspoons of broth.