A male has a waist measurement of 46" and a hip measurement of 38". What does his waist to hip ratio indicate?

a. gynoid obesity and indicator for increased risk for heart disease
b. android obesity and indicator for increased risk for heart disease
c. WHR within normal limits
d. not enough information to answer


Answer: b. android obesity and indicator for increased risk for heart disease

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