A method for determining layers in a recording medium having a plurality of layers for the recording and reproduction of information using light irradiation. Each of the plurality of layers includes an emboss portion and a wobble region having wobbles of a predetermined frequency. Layer determination is carried out based on the ratio of the amplitude of a wobble signal obtained from the wobble region to the amplitude of a reproduction signal from the emboss portion.

 
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