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Body mass index

Quiz by Maricel Bano

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  • Q1
    Which BMI range is typically considered healthy for adults?
    30.0 to 34.9
    25.0 to 29.9
    18.5 to 24.9
    10.5 to 18.4
    30s
  • Q2
    How is body mass index (BMI) calculated?
    By adding a person's weight and height together
    By dividing a person's weight in kilograms by the square of their height in meters
    By multiplying a person's weight by their height in inches
    By subtracting a person's height from their weight
    30s
  • Q3
    What does BMI stand for in relation to body weight?
    Body Measurement Indicator
    Body Mass Index
    Bulk Mass Index
    Basic Measurement Indicator
    30s
  • Q4
    Why is body mass index (BMI) considered a useful measure of body fat?
    It determines the muscle mass in the body
    It can accurately measure the percentage of body fat
    It calculates the number of calories burned daily
    It provides a general indication of whether someone's weight is healthy for their height
    30s
  • Q5
    What is a common limitation of using BMI to assess body fat?
    It requires complex equipment to calculate
    It does not differentiate between muscle and fat
    It cannot be used for adults
    It is only applicable for athletes
    30s
  • Q6
    What BMI value is typically classified as obese?
    30 or higher
    20 or higher
    25 or higher
    18.5 or higher
    30s
  • Q7
    Which of the following weight categories is indicated by a BMI of 26.5?
    Underweight
    Normal weight
    Overweight
    Obese
    30s
  • Q8
    What is the minimum BMI value that is typically considered underweight?
    Less than 20
    Less than 18.5
    Less than 24
    Less than 25
    30s
  • Q9
    Why is it important to consider other factors in conjunction with BMI when assessing overall health?
    BMI is the only measure needed for assessing health
    BMI alone may not account for muscle mass, bone density, or distribution of fat
    BMI directly correlates with overall fitness level
    BMI is always accurate in determining health risks
    30s
  • Q10
    How does age influence the interpretation of BMI values in children and teenagers?
    BMI values are irrelevant in assessing health outcomes in young individuals
    BMI values remain constant at all ages in children and teenagers
    BMI values change with age, requiring age-specific percentiles for accurate assessment
    BMI values decrease with age, indicating better health
    30s

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