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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?

Ahigh risk of diabetes and kidney disease.
Bpossible risk of malnutrition.
Cno risk based on weight.

Verified Answer :

possible risk of malnutrition

obasola1

Answer:

B. possible risk of malnutrition.

Explanation:

Note: BMI means Body Mass Index

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?

A. high risk of diabetes and kidney disease.

B. possible risk of malnutrition.

From the given information, we calculate his BMI

125/72^2

0.0241*703

16.95

From the given parameters, we can deduce that Kyle has a possible risk of malnutrition.

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