What is the appropriate action if you miss your exit on the highway?

If you miss your exit on the highway, the appropriate action is to continue to the next exit and then turn around. This is the safest and most practical approach. Exiting the highway at the next available opportunity allows you to safely regroup and plan your route without the risks associated with reversing, making illegal U-turns, or stopping on the shoulder, which can create dangerous situations for both yourself and other drivers.

Reversing back to the missed exit can lead to serious accidents, as highways are designed for higher-speed travel and sudden stops or backward movement can be hazardous. Similarly, attempting a U-turn on a highway is dangerous and often illegal, as highways are not designed for turning around in that manner. Stopping on the shoulder is also not advisable unless in case of an emergency, as it can disrupt traffic flow and increase the risk of being involved in a collision. Thus, continuing to the next exit provides a logical, safe way to handle the situation.