History of Hindu Mathematics: A Source Book v1.c8.s14.59

v1.c8.s14.59

(9) One-twelfth part of a pillar, as multiplied by 1/30 part thereof, was found under water; 1/20 of the remainder, as multiplied by 3/16 thereof, was found buried in the mire, and 20 *hasta* of the pillar were found in the air. O friend, give the measure of the length of the pillar.²