Mathematics in Ancient and Medieval India c5.s12.31

c5.s12.31

*Problem 5* : “Pigeons are sold at the rate of 5 for 3 (*rūpas*), cranes at the rate of 7 for 5 (*rūpas*), swans at the rate of 9 for 7 (*rūpas*), and peacocks at the rate of 3 for 9 ( *rūpas* ). Knowing the rates as stated above, bring 100 birds for 100 *rūpas* for the amusement of the prince”.²