What is the optimal percentage of body fat for a 55-year-old male? 

A. 10% to 14%
B. 12% to 19%
C. 14% to 23%
D. 16% to 25%
E. 18% to 30%


B. 12% to 19%
The optimal percentage of body fat for males over the age of 50 is 12% to 19%.

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