The best way to accurately measure body fat levels is to use
a. body mass index (BMI).
b. triceps skinfold thickness.
c. underwater weighing (densitometry).
d. bioelectric impedance analysis (BIA).
C
Underwater weighing is considered the "gold standard" for measuring body fat levels. However, body mass index, triceps skinfold thickness, and bioelectric impedance analysis are often used to estimate body fat levels because they are easier to measure.
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