History of Hindu Mathematics: A Source Book v2.c17.s8.101

v2.c17.s8.101

(Thus) the value of the shadow is 45/2 or 9. The second value of the shadow is less than 14, so, on account of impracticability, it should not be accepted. Hence it has been said 'twofold values occasionally.' This will be an exception to what has been stated in the algebra of Padmanâbha, *viz*...."