1+ 12(x- 1)= 23x,
12x+ 12=23x,
16x= 12,
x=3,
Therefore, when buying 3 pieces, it is equally cheap in A stationery store and B stationery store; Less than 3 yuan, cheap in B stationery store; More than 3 yuan, the stationery store is cheaper,
A: 3 pieces are the same; If there are less than 3 pieces, store B is cost-effective; If there are more than three pieces, Store A will get a good deal.