Which term describes a track connection between two adjacent, not necessarily parallel tracks, intended primarily for crossing over from one track to another?

• A. Automatic Safety Switch
• B. Derail
• C. Dual Control Switch
• D. Crossover

Answer: (D)

Crossovers are the track connections that let a train move from one adjacent track to another. They’re built from two switches (points) with a short connecting track between them, forming a path that can be used in either direction. This setup is designed specifically to enable crossing between tracks, even when the tracks aren’t perfectly parallel.

The other items describe different devices or concepts: an automatic safety switch is a device that routes trains automatically for safety, a derail is a device to purposely eject a car from the rails to prevent accidents, and a dual control switch is a switch operable from two locations but not itself the track connection that enables crossing.