New York State · Common Core Regents

Algebra 1 Regents.

Premium Algebra 1 Regents preparation built around personalized one-on-one instruction by Mr. Sharma.

Algebra 1 is the first of three required mathematics Regents exams for the Advanced Regents Diploma. Strong preparation here sets the foundation for Geometry, Algebra 2, SAT/ACT math, and every science Regents that follows.

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Exam Snapshot

Algebra 1 Regents at a glance.

The format, scoring, and tools every Algebra 1 family should know before starting preparation.

Total Time
3 hours
Total Questions
37
Part I
24 multiple-choice questions · 2 credits each
Part II
8 constructed-response questions · 2 credits each
Part III
4 constructed-response questions · 4 credits each
Part IV
1 extended constructed-response question · 6 credits
Total Raw Credits
86
Calculator
Graphing calculator required (provided at the test site)
Reference Sheet
Provided — common formulas and conversions
Passing Score
65 scaled · 85 = mastery for Advanced Diploma

Section 01

Exam Structure

The exam is divided into four parts. Part I rewards speed and accuracy on routine problems; Parts II–IV reward clear written reasoning, organized work, and correct labeling of units and variables.

Section

Part I

Questions
24
Type
Multiple choice
Credits
48
  • No work required
  • Speed matters
Section

Part II

Questions
8
Type
Constructed
Credits
16
  • Show all work
  • Brief justification
Section

Part III

Questions
4
Type
Constructed
Credits
16
  • Multi-step problems
  • Graphs / tables
Section

Part IV

Questions
1
Type
Extended
Credits
6
  • Worth the most
  • Real-world modeling

Total Time

3 hours

Calculator

Graphing required

Reference Sheet

Provided

Pass Score

65 / Mastery 85

Section 02 · Topics Tested · Common Core Domains

Topics Tested on the Exam

The Algebra 1 Regents follows the New York State Common Core domains. Every released exam mixes problems from all six.

Number & Quantity

Reasoning Quantitatively

  • Units & unit conversion
  • Quantities in formulas
  • Choosing appropriate scales

Algebra — Expressions, Equations & Inequalities

Expressions

  • Polynomial operations
  • Factoring
  • Equivalent forms

Equations

  • Linear
  • Quadratic
  • Literal equations
  • Systems

Inequalities

  • Linear inequalities in one and two variables
  • Systems of inequalities

Functions

Linear Functions

  • Slope / intercepts
  • Forms of a line
  • Modeling

Quadratic Functions

  • Vertex / intercepts
  • Completing the square
  • Transformations

Exponential Functions

  • Growth & decay
  • Modeling with exponentials
  • Comparing linear vs. exponential

Function Notation

  • Evaluating f(x)
  • Domain & range
  • Sequences as functions

Statistics & Probability

One-Variable Statistics

  • Center & spread
  • Outliers
  • Comparing distributions

Two-Variable Statistics

  • Scatter plots
  • Linear regression
  • Correlation coefficient
  • Residuals

Modeling

Real-World Modeling

  • Translating verbal scenarios
  • Choosing an equation or function type
  • Interpreting parameters in context

Systems & Inequalities in Context

Systems

  • Graphical & algebraic solutions
  • Substitution & elimination
  • Applications

Inequalities in Context

  • Constraint problems
  • Feasible regions
  • Optimization (introductory)

Section 03

Skills Tested

What the Algebra 1 Regents actually measures — beyond memorizing formulas. Mr. Sharma builds these skills explicitly, lesson by lesson.

Skill

Algebraic Manipulation

Fluency with linear, quadratic, and exponential expressions.

Skill

Function Interpretation

Reading graphs and tables as functions in context.

Skill

Multi-Step Reasoning

Carrying a problem across three or four logical steps without losing the thread.

Skill

Modeling

Translating English into equations and functions accurately.

Skill

Data Analysis

Scatter plots, regression, correlation, and residual interpretation.

Skill

Calculator Fluency

Graphing windows, regression menus, and table features used efficiently.

Skill

Written Justification

Showing work clearly enough that a Regents grader awards full credit.

Skill

Pacing

Managing time across 37 questions of varying difficulty.

Skill

Self-Checking

Substituting answers back to verify before moving on.

Section 04

Common Student Challenges

The patterns Mr. Sharma sees most often on Algebra 1 — and exactly how each is addressed during tutoring.

Section 05

Mr. Sharma's Teaching Process

A six-step path from diagnostic to test day, used with every Algebra 1 Regents student.

  1. Step 01

    Initial Diagnostic Assessment

    A full-length diagnostic establishes the student's true starting point across every tested area.

  2. Step 02

    Identify Strengths & Weaknesses

    Results are mapped to specific subtopics — not just section scores — so the plan targets the right work.

  3. Step 03

    Build Conceptual Foundations

    Underlying content is rebuilt where needed so test strategies have something solid to stand on.

  4. Step 04

    Practice Official-Style Questions

    Curated, exam-aligned problems are worked through together on the digital whiteboard.

  5. Step 05

    Learn Time-Saving Strategies

    Pacing, elimination, and figure-reading techniques tuned to this exam's format.

  6. Step 06

    Build Confidence Through Full-Length Practice Tests

    Regular timed practice tests turn preparation into performance — and reveal exactly what to refine next.

Section 06

Why Parents Choose Mr. Sharma

Why New York families consistently choose Mr. Sharma for Regents preparation.

Included

30+ Years Teaching Experience

Decades of one-on-one and classroom instruction across every level of mathematics and science.

Included

Individualized Instruction

Every session is built around the student in front of the camera — never a group class.

Included

Concept-Based Learning

Students learn why the material works, not just which button to press.

Included

Digital Whiteboard Lessons

Live, written, step-by-step instruction that mirrors a real classroom whiteboard.

Included

Customized Homework

Assignments written for the student's plan — never generic worksheets.

Included

Progress Tracking

Clear, ongoing measurement so families see exactly where their student stands.

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Flexible Online Scheduling

Sessions fit around school, sports, and family life — anywhere in the country.

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Patient Teaching Style

Questions are welcomed, not rushed. Students learn to think out loud.

Included

Exam-Oriented Preparation

Every lesson connects back to how the concept actually appears on the exam.

Section 08

Frequently Asked Questions

The questions parents and students ask most often about this exam and how Mr. Sharma prepares his students.

Advanced STEM Library

Comprehensive Formula Sheet & Free Resources

Downloadable formula sheets, study guides, and reference materials for NY Regents Algebra 1 Tutoring — curated by Mr. Sharma and continuously expanded as part of the Advanced STEM Library.

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Comprehensive Formula Sheet

Every formula, identity, and relationship a student needs for NY Regents Algebra 1 Tutoring — organized by topic and printable in one page.

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Concept Study Guide

A structured written companion covering the core content areas tested on NY Regents Algebra 1 Tutoring, section by section.

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Topic Review Notes

Concise topic-by-topic reviews with worked examples — designed to be re-read the week before test day.

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Practice Plan Templates

Four-, eight-, twelve-, and sixteen-week study calendars aligned to a student's timeline and current level.

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Common Mistakes Reference

The specific errors that quietly cost points on this exam — with the fix Mr. Sharma teaches for each.

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Score-Building Question Set

A curated set of exam-aligned practice questions targeting the highest-yield subtopics.

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Every resource on this page will live in the Advanced STEM Library — a single, expanding home for the formula sheets, study guides, topic reviews, encyclopedia entries, practice plans, and reference materials Mr. Sharma uses with his own students.

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