deceleration lane
yes
The number one lane
Deceleration lane AKA, Ramp
driving is not permitted in that lane
If you miss the exit ramp
Yellow
car pool
1/2 a mile.
pass
SAFELY merge into and through the slower lanes of traffic. If you cannot do so before your exit is reached, continue on the next exit by driving in Lane 4 - exit there and then return one exit to your original destination.
When entering an expressway, never stop in the acceleration lane unless traffic is stopped. This would cause an accident if the traffic was not moving and a persons car was continuing to accelerate.
They are generally required to be in the right lane, and only move left to pass.