Using the phonetic alphabet, how is "operations" spelled?

The correct spelling of "operations" using the phonetic alphabet is represented in the first choice with the words: OSCAR for O, PAPA for P, ECHO for E, ROMEO for R, ALPHA for A, TANGO for T, INDIA for I, OSCAR for O, NOVEMBER for N, and SIERRA for S.

Each word corresponds to a specific letter of the English alphabet, which allows for clear and unambiguous communication, especially in aviation and telecommunication contexts where miscommunication can have serious consequences. The use of standardized phonetic alphabet words helps ensure clarity when letters may sound similar over a radio transmission, thus spelling out "operations" accurately.

In the other options, the initial word used for "O" is incorrect, as none of the other letters represent the correct phonetic alphabet equivalent for the spelling of the word "operations." Each alternative begins with a different term, which disrupts the phonetic representation needed for accuracy.