If you find yourself in the wrong lane for an exit or turn, what should you do?

• A. Stop in the roadway and back up
• B. Cross into the median to reach your exit
• C. Drive on ahead until you can get in the proper lane, then take the next exit or turn
• D. Turn around in a driveway

Answer: (C)

When you realize you’re in the wrong lane for an exit, the safest move is to keep going in that lane to the next exit and then re-route from there. This avoids dangerous maneuvers like stopping in traffic, backing up, or trying to cross a median or turn around in a driveway. If it’s safe to do so, you can signal and change lanes before the exit to reach the correct lane, but don’t make abrupt or risky moves. Taking the next exit and then getting back on the right path is the safer, more controlled option.