One principle of civil engineering is that when you design a highway you should have traffic flow in the same direction and avoid interruptions to that flow as much as possible. Exit ramps tend to be curved so that cars don't have to stop rather than having 90-degree angles that force stops and starts. This is an application of which Gestalt principle?
A) good continuation
B) closure
C) proximity
D) contiguity

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The principle of good continuation in Gestalt psychology suggests that elements aligned in a straight or smooth curve are perceived as a single group and are interpreted as belonging together. In the context of highway design, curving exit ramps facilitate a smooth, uninterrupted flow of traffic, aligning with the principle of good continuation by allowing the eye (and vehicle) to follow a path naturally without abrupt stops, thus maintaining the perception of continuous movement.

One Principle of Civil Engineering Is That When You Design