Give the formula for calculating BMI and list reference ranges


weight (kg) / [height (m)]2 or weight (lbs.) / [height (inches)]2 x 704.5
Below 18.5 = Underweight
18.5 to 24.9 = Normal
25.0 to 29.9 = Overweight
Over 30.0 = Obese

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