Leaving the freeway — Minnesota Permit Test

Leaving the freeway on the Minnesota permit test — 3 rules, each with the reason behind it and a question on it while it is fresh.

The rules

Know where you need to exit before you start driving, and watch for signs about upcoming exits.

A driver reading signs at the last second is a driver crossing three lanes at once.

It is helpful to know where you need to exit the freeway before you begin driving.

Minnesota Driver’s Manual, p.77

Signal and move into the deceleration lane when it is safe, so you can slow down before the exit ramp.

Braking on the freeway itself is what starts the chain of brake lights behind you.

As you near your desired exit, signal your intent to change lanes and move into the deceleration lane when you can do so safely.

Minnesota Driver’s Manual, p.77

If you miss your exit, go on to the next one rather than backing up or making a U-turn.

A few extra miles is nothing next to reversing on a road where everything arrives at speed.

If you miss your exit, proceed to the next one. Do not back up or make a U-turn to return to the desired exit.

Minnesota Driver’s Manual, p.77

On the test

What does the manual say about planning your exit?

Know where you will exit before you begin driving. A driver reading signs at the last second is a driver crossing three lanes at once. Minnesota Driver’s Manual, p.77: “It is helpful to know where you need to exit the freeway before you begin driving.”

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Where these come from

Every rule here is checked against Minnesota Driver’s Manual, published by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, and against the state code itself. Last checked 2026-09-22.