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We know that every pattern can be categorized as win or loose. A first step in
studying different patterns is to break the pattern into pieces that can't be
connected with a rod. Rotations and reflections of a connected piece can be
considered as equivalent. Translations can become non-equivalent,
and
are not the same.
The simplest loosing position to give the opponent is
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Working backwards from this, other loosing patterns are found.
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et cetera.
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