The table below shows the type of questions and the approximate value of each section:

Critical to understanding science concepts is the use of scientific inquiry to develop explanations of natural phenomena. Therefore, as a prerequisite for admission to the performance test and the written portion of the Regents examination in Physical Setting/Earth Science, students must have successfully completed a minimum of 1200 minutes of hands-on laboratory experience with satisfactory reports on file. Because of the strong emphasis on student development of laboratory skills, a minimum of 280 minutes per week of class and laboratory time is recommended.