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The point where the road alignment changes from a tangent to a curve is known as _______.

1. Point of deflection
2. Point of intersection
3. Point of curve
4. Point of tangency

Correct answer: Point of curve

Solution

The point of curve is where the road transitions from a straight section (tangent) to a curved section, marking the beginning of the curve.

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