
Beginning with the word
Operation can you think of another mathematical word or phrase beginning with the last letter of
'Operation'?
Continue with a chain of mathematical words or phrases, each one beginning with the last letter of the previous word or phrase.
How far can you go without repeating a word or phrase?
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Possible Answers:
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