Surgery for the severely obese is usually recommended only for individuals with a BMI over ______.
A)30
B)40
C)45
D)50

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Surgery for the severely obese is recommended for individuals with a BMI of 40 or higher or for those with a BMI of 35 or higher who have obesity-related complications such as diabetes or high blood pressure. BMI is calculated by dividing the weight in kilograms by the square of height in meters.

Surgery for the Severely Obese Is Usually Recommended Only for Individuals