History of Hindu Mathematics: A Source Book v2.c17.s20.4
History of Hindu Mathematics: A Source Book v2.c17.s20.4
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v2.c17.s20.4
In other words, it is required to solve in rational numbers the equation $a + ((n-1)/2)bn = s,$ containing three unknowns a, b and n, and of the third degree. The following rule is given for its solution :