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In railway track layouts, what is the primary purpose of a 'triangle' (or wye)?

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1Allowing trains to pass each other on a single line
2Changing the direction of the engine or locomotive✓
3Crossing over between parallel tracks
4Diverting trains from the main line to a branch line

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Changing the direction of the engine or locomotive

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