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Regents Examination in Life Science: Biology
The New York State biology exam built on phenomenon-based question clusters (NYS P-12 Science Learning Standards)
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At a glance
- Set by
- New York State Education Department
- Level
- High school (Grade 9–10)
- Region
- United States
- Programme
- New York State Regents Examinations
The format, as published
- Paper-based, 3 h.
- 9–11 phenomenon-based question clusters with 45–55 questions, about 60% one-credit multiple choice and 40% one-credit constructed response.
- Stimuli include passages, data tables, graphs and diagrams.
- About 15% of content relates to the required Investigations.
- A four-function or scientific calculator is provided; graphing calculators are not allowed.
- Converted to a 0–100 scale score (65 pass).
Summarised from official sources. Always confirm dates and rules with the exam board.Official information(opens in a new tab)