Tennessee Permit Practice Test

What should you do if you miss your exit on the interstate?

1. Stop on the road and back up

2. Continue to the next exit

3. Make a U-turn immediately

4. Signal and pull over to the shoulder

The correct answer is: Continue to the next exit

If you miss your exit on the interstate, the safest and most advisable action is to continue to the next exit. This approach ensures that you do not create a hazardous situation by stopping in an active traffic lane or attempting to reverse, both of which can lead to accidents. By proceeding to the next exit, you can find a safe place to exit and reorient your route. Attempting to make a U-turn immediately can be extremely dangerous as it may lead to unexpected movements that other drivers are not anticipating, resulting in potential collisions. Stopping on the road and backing up is illegal and poses significant risks since vehicles behind you may not have enough time to react. Moreover, pulling over to the shoulder is not a suitable solution in this case because it does not solve the problem of missing the exit and could still lead to unsafe situations, particularly if there is high-speed traffic.