Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. A woman with over 30 percent body fat is categorized as obese.
2. A man or woman with a body mass index (BMI) of 23 would be categorized as "normal."
3. Your bone structure is the most important factor to consider in determining a realistic weight goal.
4. A woman with a waist-to-hip ratio greater than 0.85 has an increased risk for coronary heart disease.
5. A major contributor to obesity in our society is glandular and hormonal abnormalities.


1. TRUE
2. TRUE
3. FALSE
4. TRUE
5. FALSE

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