The step pattern for a minor scale is

The step pattern for a minor scale is:

**W-H-W-W-H-W-W**

In this pattern:
- W stands for a whole step (two half steps)
- H stands for a half step (one semitone)

This pattern is specifically for the natural minor scale.

To clarify the patterns you've listed:
1. **W-H-W-W-H-W-W** - This is the pattern for the natural minor scale.
2. **H-H-W-W-W-H-W** - This does not correspond to a standard scale.
3. **W-W-H-H-W-W-W** - This does not correspond to a standard scale.
4. **W-H-H-W-W-H-W** - This corresponds to the melodic minor scale when ascending.

If you need more information about specific minor scales or their variations (harmonic, melodic), feel free to ask!