History of Hindu Mathematics: A Source Book v2.c17.s19.t2.5

v2.c17.s19.t2.5

"The square of the given area is divided by the cube of an optional number and then increased by that optional number ; half the result gives the (equal) sides of a generated trapezium of three equal sides (having the given area) ; twice the optional number diminished by the side is the base ; and the given area divided by the optional number is the altitude."¹