History of Hindu Mathematics: A Source Book v2.c17.s12.7

v2.c17.s12.7

“The numbers of flawless rubies, sapphires, and pearls with one person are respectively 5, 8 and 7 ; and O friend, another has 7, 9 and 6 respectively of the same gems. In addition they have coins to the extent of 90 and 62. They are thus equally rich. Tell quickly, O intelligent algebraist, the price of each gem.”