The body mass index describes the relationship between a person's ________ .

a. height and circumference of waist
b. weight and circumference of waist
c. weight and percent body fat
d. weight and height
e. height and percent body fat


Answer: d. weight and height

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a. tachycardia b. hyperglycemia c. hypertension d. elevated blood urea nitrogen concentration

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a. 120; 70 b. 140; 90 c. 120; 90 d. 140; 70 e. 160; 110

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The Cunningham equation may be the best equation to use with athletes because it accounts more accurately for fat-free mass

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, ________ is a nutrient of public health concern.

A. chromium B. sulfur C. copper D. calcium

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