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Kyle is 30 years old, weighs 125 pounds, and is 72 inches tall.


Use the formula and chart below, as well as a calculator, to evaluate his weight, and then answer the question.


BMI = Weight (in pounds) ÷ [Height (in inches)]² x 703


BMI categories, general

Underweight: less than 18.5

Normal weight: 18.5-24.9

Overweight: 25-29.9

Obese: 30 or greater


Given Kyle's BMI, which statement is most likely true of Kyle's health risks?


high risk of diabetes and kidney disease

possible risk of malnutrition

no risk based on weight

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crisvinl65

Answer:

The answer is: Possible risk of malnutrition.

Explanation:

BMI = Weight (in pounds) ÷ [Height (in inches)] ² x 703. 125/5184 x 703 = 16.95

Data that indicate comparing with the tables that their weight is lower than normal, and therefore has low weight. Which would be a breeding ground for malnutrition problems.

The answer is: Possible risk of malnutrition.

luisvaschetto

Given Kyle's BMI, the statement 'possible risk of malnutrition' is most likely true about her health risks.

What is the BMI?

Body Mass Index (BMI) is an index to calculate the health condition of a person having into account his/her height and weight.

In this case, the equation of BMI is (125 pounds / 72 inches) ² x 703. 125/5184* 703 =  16.95

In conclusion,  the statement 'possible risk of malnutrition' is most likely true on health risks.

Learn more about the Body Mass Index here:

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