The exit ramp is blocked by traffic, what should you do?

• A. Stop on the shoulder.
• B. Use the next ramp
• C. Turn around and go back
• D. Honk to urge others to move

Answer: (B)

When an exit ramp is blocked, the safer move is to continue to the next exit. This keeps you in a well-marked, controlled lane and avoids the risk of crashes that can happen from stopping on the shoulder or backing up on a freeway. Turning around on a fast highway is extremely dangerous due to limited space and higher speeds. Honking to urge others doesn’t clear the obstruction and can startle or provoke unsafe reactions. Plan ahead and look for the next ramp, use your indicators, and slow gradually as you approach it. Once you exit, reassess your route and rejoin traffic safely.