Calculate the ideal body weight (IBW) for a female who is 63 inches tall.Answer: _______________
What will be an ideal response?
IBW = 105 + (height in inches - 60)5
IBW = 105 + (63 - 60)5
IBW = 105 + 15
IBW = 120 lb
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