Which method of assessing body composition is considered to be the gold standard?

A. body mass index (BMI)
B. underwater weighing
C. skinfold test
D. waist circumference measurement


Answer: B

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a. monosaccharides. b. fatty acids. c. ketones. d. amino acids.

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