Hydrostatic weighing is used to predict percent body fat based on
A) body density.
B) fat weight.
C) body mass index.
D) height and total body weight.

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Hydrostatic weighing determines body density by measuring the amount of water displaced by the person when submerged. Body density can then be used to predict percent body fat using established equations. Fat weight, body mass index, and height and total body weight are not directly measured by hydrostatic weighing.

Hydrostatic Weighing Is Used to Predict Percent Body Fat Based