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How to Pass the Physics Regents Exam

Instructor: Shelby Golden
Check out this article when you're ready to prepare for the NY Physics Regents Exam. You'll find information about what's on the exam and discover some of your study options.

Use Your Class Time Wisely

You'll have completed most, if not all, of your physics class prior to sitting for this Regents exam. Taking advantage of your time in class can help improve your chances of passing the test. You should attend as many classes as you can, complete your homework assignments and regularly communicate with your instructor regarding any concepts you're having trouble understanding.

Create a Study Plan

The Physics Regents exam covers a variety of scientific concepts that you'll need to go over in order to pass the test. You should devote study time to information regarding:

  • Mechanics and energy
  • Electricity and magnetism
  • Waves and modern physics

This might seem like a large amount of information to cover, but you have a variety of options to help you prepare. The key is to make sure you give yourself plenty of time and spread out your study schedule, rather than trying to cram it all in the night before your test.

Try Different Study Options

You can do a lot of preparation for your Physics Regents exam on your own. Review your notes and textbooks to get started. You should also take practice exams and complete extra problems to improve your skills. Old versions of the test, which are available on the Regents website, can help you identify areas where you're having difficulty and give you practice working with the reference tables required to complete some calculations appearing on the exam.

Study groups can also help you succeed on this test. Work with your fellow students to master more difficult physics problems and create flashcards to quickly review the various scientific concepts you'll be facing on the exam.

You can also work with a tutor if you need extra help with specific topics. Additionally, many schools offer special prep resources for the Regents exams. Be sure to make the most of whatever your school might have to offer.

Take Advantage of Online Resources

Study.com offers an online NY Physics Regents Exam Prep course designed to help you successfully complete this test. This study guide goes over the scientific concepts you need to review before test day with short, easy-to-understand video lessons. You'll also be able to track your progress by completing interactive quizzes and tests. Finally, this course is supported by physics experts who are available to answer all of your questions.

If you need help with other science Regents exams, you can access additional study guides. Check out these courses that cover:

Be Ready for Test Day

Make sure you get a good night's sleep before your exam. When test day arrives, carefully read the entire question before trying to answer it to ensure you don't get tripped up by a tricky turn of phrase. You should also show your work when responding to the exam's short-answer questions so you'll receive full credit for your response.

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