$X$ is three times as fast as $Y$ and is able to complete the work in $40 \text{ days}$ less than $Y$. Then the time in which they can complete the work together is (in $\text{days}$)

  • A
    $15$
  • B
    $10$
  • C
    $7\frac{1}{2}$
  • D
    $5$

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