New York State · Physical Setting Regents

Physics Regents.

Premium preparation for the Physical Setting / Physics Regents — built around true conceptual understanding, not formula memorization.

Physics Regents preparation is Mr. Sharma's strongest single specialty. Students learn to derive equations rather than memorize them — and they walk into the exam knowing where every Reference Table value comes from.

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Exam Snapshot

Physics Regents at a glance.

Format, lab requirements, and scoring for the Physical Setting Physics Regents.

Total Time
3 hours
Total Questions
85
Part A
35 multiple-choice · core content
Part B
Part B-1 multiple choice + Part B-2 short response
Part C
Extended constructed response with diagrams and graphs
Lab Requirement
1,200 minutes of hands-on lab
Reference Tables
Provided — equations, constants, prefixes, circuit symbols
Calculator
Scientific calculator permitted
Passing Score
65 scaled · 85 = mastery

Section 01

Exam Structure

The Physics Regents leans heavily on diagram analysis and vector reasoning. Strong free-body and circuit-diagram skills drive the highest scores.

Section

Part A

Questions
35 MC
Section

Part B

Format
MC + short
  • Calculations & vectors
Section

Part C

Format
Extended
  • Diagrams, graphs, multi-step
Section

Reference Tables

Pages
~6
  • Equations + constants

Total Time

3 hours

Lab Required

1,200 minutes

Calculator

Scientific permitted

Pass Score

65 / Mastery 85

Section 02 · Topics Tested

Content Domains

Six domains span the Physical Setting / Physics Regents.

Mechanics

Kinematics

  • Displacement, velocity, acceleration
  • 1-D and 2-D motion
  • Projectile motion
  • Free fall

Dynamics (Newton's Laws)

  • Free-body diagrams
  • Friction
  • Equilibrium
  • Inclined planes

Circular Motion & Gravitation

  • Centripetal force
  • Universal gravitation
  • Orbits

Energy & Momentum

Work & Energy

  • Kinetic / potential / mechanical energy
  • Work-energy theorem
  • Power

Conservation Laws

  • Conservation of energy
  • Conservation of momentum

Momentum & Impulse

  • p = mv
  • Impulse (J = FΔt)
  • Elastic vs. inelastic collisions

Waves & Sound

Wave Behavior

  • Frequency
  • Wavelength
  • Speed
  • Period

Sound

  • Pitch
  • Intensity
  • Doppler effect (qualitative)

Wave Interactions

  • Reflection
  • Refraction (Snell's law)
  • Diffraction
  • Interference

Electricity

Coulomb's Law

  • Electric force
  • Electric field

Circuits

  • Series and parallel
  • Ohm's law
  • Power dissipation

Electric Potential

  • Voltage
  • Work done by electric fields

Magnetism & Electromagnetism

Magnetic Fields

  • Field lines
  • Force on a current-carrying wire (qualitative)

Electromagnetic Induction (Qualitative)

  • Motors and generators conceptually

Modern Physics

Quantum Phenomena

  • Photoelectric effect (E = hf)
  • Energy-level diagrams
  • Photon energy

Standard Model (Conceptual)

  • Quarks
  • Leptons
  • Fundamental forces

Section 03

Skills Tested

Underlying skills the Physics Regents measures.

Skill

Vector Reasoning

Decomposing forces and velocities along axes confidently.

Skill

Free-Body Diagrams

Drawing complete, correctly-labeled diagrams that drive every Newton's-laws problem.

Skill

Quantitative Problem Solving

Working multi-step kinematics and dynamics problems with proper units.

Skill

Graph Interpretation

Reading position-time, velocity-time, and force-distance graphs as physics — not abstract curves.

Skill

Circuit Analysis

Series and parallel circuits solved with Ohm's law and power equations.

Skill

Conservation Reasoning

Choosing between energy conservation and momentum conservation based on the question.

Skill

Reference Table Fluency

Locating and applying the right equation from the six-page Reference Tables instantly.

Skill

Scientific Writing

Showing setup, equation, substitution, and answer with units for full Part C credit.

Skill

Conceptual Reasoning

Distinguishing why a phenomenon happens, not just how to calculate it.

Section 04

Common Student Challenges

Common Physics Regents challenges — addressed directly during tutoring.

Section 05

Mr. Sharma's Teaching Process

A six-step path from diagnostic to test day, used with every Physics 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 families choose Mr. Sharma for Physics 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.

Included

Flexible Online Scheduling

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

Included

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 Physics (Physical Setting) 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 Physics (Physical Setting) 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 Physics (Physical Setting) 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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