Using the Harris-Benedict equation, calculate his BEE
BEE = 66 + [13.7 × wt] + [5 × ht] - [6.8 × age]
= 66 + [13.7 × 81.8] + [5 × 177.8] - [6.8 × 45]
= 66 + [1120.7] + [889] - [306] = 1770
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