Which of the following is an achievable outcome for a community weight-control program?

a. promote desirable body weight among young adults
b. increase by 25% the number of physicians who refer patients for weight-management counseling
c. screen and refer for treatment within two years those whose body weight is >10% of desirable
d. reduce by 10% the number of obese adults, ages 25-49 years, within 2 years of starting the program


Answer: d. reduce by 10% the number of obese adults, ages 25-49 years, within 2 years of starting the program

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