What is the primary purpose of calculating BMI?
Body Mass Index: Theory and Calculation

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To determine bone density
To measure body fat percentage
To assess muscle mass
To categorize individuals based on weight to height ratio
2.
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Which of the following is NOT considered in the BMI calculation?
Square of height
Mass in kilograms
Body fat percentage
Height in meters
3.
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Why can two individuals with the same BMI have different health statuses?
BMI is only accurate for athletes
BMI measures bone density
BMI does not differentiate between muscle and fat
BMI accounts for muscle mass but not fat
4.
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How do you convert weight from pounds to kilograms for BMI calculation?
Multiply by 2.2
Add 2.2
Divide by 2.2
Subtract 2.2
5.
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What is the BMI range for Class 1 obesity?
25 to 29.9
18.5 to 24.9
30 to 34.9
35 to 39.9
6.
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Which condition is associated with a BMI under 18.5?
Underweight
Class 1 obesity
Overweight
Class 2 obesity
7.
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What additional measurement can provide a more accurate health assessment than BMI alone?
Weight in pounds
Body fat percentage
Muscle density
Height in inches
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