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Algebra 1 Regents.
Premium Algebra 1 Regents preparation built around personalized one-on-one instruction by Vinai 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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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.
Part I
- Questions
- 24
- Type
- Multiple choice
- Credits
- 48
- No work required
- Speed matters
Part II
- Questions
- 8
- Type
- Constructed
- Credits
- 16
- Show all work
- Brief justification
Part III
- Questions
- 4
- Type
- Constructed
- Credits
- 16
- Multi-step problems
- Graphs / tables
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. Vinai Sharma builds these skills explicitly, lesson by lesson.
Algebraic Manipulation
Fluency with linear, quadratic, and exponential expressions.
Function Interpretation
Reading graphs and tables as functions in context.
Multi-Step Reasoning
Carrying a problem across three or four logical steps without losing the thread.
Modeling
Translating English into equations and functions accurately.
Data Analysis
Scatter plots, regression, correlation, and residual interpretation.
Calculator Fluency
Graphing windows, regression menus, and table features used efficiently.
Written Justification
Showing work clearly enough that a Regents grader awards full credit.
Pacing
Managing time across 37 questions of varying difficulty.
Self-Checking
Substituting answers back to verify before moving on.
Section 04
Common Student Challenges
The patterns Vinai Sharma sees most often on Algebra 1 — and exactly how each is addressed during tutoring.
Section 05
Vinai Sharma's Teaching Process
A six-step path from diagnostic to test day, used with every Algebra 1 Regents student.
- Step 01
Initial Diagnostic Assessment
A full-length diagnostic establishes the student's true starting point across every tested area.
- Step 02
Identify Strengths & Weaknesses
Results are mapped to specific subtopics — not just section scores — so the plan targets the right work.
- Step 03
Build Conceptual Foundations
Underlying content is rebuilt where needed so test strategies have something solid to stand on.
- Step 04
Practice Official-Style Questions
Curated, exam-aligned problems are worked through together on the digital whiteboard.
- Step 05
Learn Time-Saving Strategies
Pacing, elimination, and figure-reading techniques tuned to this exam's format.
- 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 Vinai Sharma
Why New York families consistently choose Vinai Sharma for Regents preparation.
30+ Years Teaching Experience
Decades of one-on-one and classroom instruction across every level of science and mathematics.
Individualized Instruction
Every session is built around the student in front of the camera — never a group class.
Concept-Based Learning
Students learn why the material works, not just which button to press.
Digital Whiteboard Lessons
Live, written, step-by-step instruction that mirrors a real classroom whiteboard.
Customized Homework
Assignments written for the student's plan — never generic worksheets.
Progress Tracking
Clear, ongoing measurement so families see exactly where their student stands.
Flexible Online Scheduling
Sessions fit around school, sports, and family life — anywhere in the country.
Patient Teaching Style
Questions are welcomed, not rushed. Students learn to think out loud.
Exam-Oriented Preparation
Every lesson connects back to how the concept actually appears on the exam.
Section 07
Related Subjects & Exams
Topics and exams that connect directly to Algebra 1. Strong work here flows directly into Geometry, Algebra 2, and SAT/ACT mathematics.
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Linear equations, inequalities, functions, and systems.
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Reasoning through shape, proof, congruence, and measurement.
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Polynomials, exponentials, logarithms, and complex numbers.
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Describing data and reasoning about uncertainty.
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