The sum of the first two terms of a geometric progression is $12$. The sum of the third and fourth terms is $48$. The terms of the geometric progression alternate between positive and negative. What is the first term?

  • A
    $-4$
  • B
    $-12$
  • C
    $12$
  • D
    $4$

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