For adults, which ranges below reflect an accurate BMI category?
A. If your BMI is less than 18.5, it falls within the obese category
B. If your BMI is 18.5-24.9, it falls within the normal or healthy weight category
C. If your BMI is 25-29.9, it falls within the underweight category
D. If your BMI is 30 or higher, it falls within the overweight category
I have no clue what so ever my book says nothin on this.
Dalton
I'm Mr. Reed, but Reed will do. :) Check out this website:
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov › … › Healthy Weight Tools
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/cgi-bin/search?q=healthy+weight&site=NHLBI_Public&client=Drupal_frontend&proxystylesheet=Drupal_frontend&output=xml_no_dtd&getfields=description.keywords&oe=ISO-8859-1&ie=ISO-8859-1
Sorry Mr.Reed.
And thanks to both of you.:)
Is it B or C because I don`t think its D?
Did you find out, Dalton?
If not, this may help, too:
http://www.google.com/search?q=bmi+categories&biw=1440&bih=717&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=C44JVYUn0bTIBObagagI&sqi=2&ved=0CDcQsAQ
Stop guessing and READ the links we gave you!
Right
Thanks for all yalls help and I did read it that`s why I got B. as my answer.
Thanks again.
To accurately determine the correct BMI category for adults, you need to understand the general BMI ranges associated with each category. BMI stands for Body Mass Index, and it is a calculation that uses your height and weight to estimate your body fat.
The accurate BMI categories for adults are as follows:
A. If your BMI is less than 18.5, it falls within the underweight category. This means that you may have a lower body weight for your height, which can have its own health implications.
B. If your BMI is 18.5-24.9, it falls within the normal or healthy weight category. This range is typically associated with a healthy body weight that is appropriate for your height.
C. If your BMI is 25-29.9, it falls within the overweight category. This suggests that you may have excess weight for your height, which can increase the risk of certain health conditions.
D. If your BMI is 30 or higher, it falls within the obese category. This range indicates that you have a significantly higher body weight for your height, which can be associated with various health risks.
To calculate your BMI, you need to know your weight in kilograms and your height in meters. The formula for BMI calculation is weight (kg) divided by height (m) squared. For example, if your weight is 70 kilograms and your height is 1.75 meters, the calculation would be: 70 / (1.75^2) = 22.9.
Once you have calculated your BMI, you can refer to the ranges mentioned above to determine which category your BMI falls into.
Remember that while BMI is a useful tool for screening and assessing body weight, it does not take into account other factors such as muscle mass or body composition. It's always a good idea to consult with a healthcare professional for a comprehensive evaluation of your health status.