Question

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?
A. high risk of diabetes and kidney disease.
B. possible risk of malnutrition.
C. no risk based on weight.

Answer 1

possible risk of malnutrition

Answer 2

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.