A curve whose radius varies from infinity to a certain value is called ________.
A
Reverse curve
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B
Circular curve
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C
Transition curve
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D
Compound curve
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Solution
The correct option is C Transition curve Transition curve is provided to change the horizontal alignment from straight to circular curve gradually and has a radius which decreases from infinity at the straight end (tangent point) to the desired radius of the circular curve at other end (curve point).