$A$ and $B$ working separately can do a piece of work in $9$ and $12$ days,respectively. If they work for a day alternately with $A$ beginning,the work would be completed in (in days):

  • A
    $10 \frac{2}{3}$
  • B
    $10 \frac{1}{2}$
  • C
    $10 \frac{1}{4}$
  • D
    $10 \frac{1}{3}$

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