Which of the following determines the categories for obesity, overweight, and at risk of being overweight?
A) weight
B) average calories consumed daily
C) waist-to-hip ratio
D) body mass index

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Body mass index is a measure of body fat based on height and weight. It is used to determine whether an individual falls into the categories of obesity, overweight, or at risk of being overweight. The other options (weight, average calories consumed daily, waist-to-hip ratio) can be factors in determining overall health, but they do not specifically determine these weight categories.

Which of the Following Determines the Categories for Obesity, Overweight