New York State · Next Generation Mathematics Learning Standards

Algebra 1 Regents Tutoring & Test Prep

Personalized one-on-one Algebra 1 Regents coursework support and exam preparation with Vinai.

Major Areas / Sections Covered

Number & Quantity

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

Algebra — Expressions, Equations & Inequalities

  • Polynomial operations
  • Factoring
  • Equivalent forms
  • Linear
  • Quadratic
  • Literal equations
  • Systems
  • Linear inequalities in one and two variables
  • Systems of inequalities

Functions

  • Slope / intercepts
  • Forms of a line
  • Modeling
  • Vertex / intercepts
  • Completing the square
  • Transformations
  • Growth & decay
  • Modeling with exponentials
  • Comparing linear vs. exponential
  • Evaluating f(x)
  • Domain & range
  • Sequences as functions

Statistics & Probability

  • Center & spread
  • Outliers
  • Comparing distributions
  • Scatter plots
  • Linear regression
  • Correlation coefficient
  • Residuals

Modeling

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

Systems & Inequalities in Context

  • Graphical & algebraic solutions
  • Substitution & elimination
  • Applications
  • Constraint problems
  • Feasible regions
  • Optimization (introductory)

Exam Format

Total

35 questions · 3 hours · 82 maximum raw credits

Part I

24 multiple-choice · 2 credits each · 48 credits

Part II

6 constructed-response · 2 credits each · 12 credits

Part III

4 constructed-response · 4 credits each · 16 credits

Part IV

1 extended constructed-response · 6 credits

Tools

Graphing calculator and straightedge required; reference sheet provided

Delivery and Scoring

Paper examination · raw credits converted to a Regents scale score

Official source: NYSED — Algebra I Regents Examination

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