In the event you miss your highway exit, what is the recommended course of action?

• A. Back up on the highway to reach the exit.
• B. Go to the next exit and safely return to your destination.
• C. Stop and reverse on the shoulder.
• D. Make a U-turn at the next available opening.

Answer: (B)

Missing your highway exit means you should keep going to the next exit and then safely return to your destination. Backing up on a highway is extremely dangerous and often illegal, since other drivers don’t expect a vehicle moving against the flow of traffic. Stopping and reversing on the shoulder puts you and others at serious risk and can lead to a crash. Making a U-turn at the next opening is unsafe due to high speeds, limited visibility, and is generally not allowed except in designated areas. By proceeding to the next exit, you stay in control, find a safe place to turn around, and re-enter traffic in a controlled, legal way.