Give the formula for calculating BMI and list reference ranges.

What will be an ideal response?


weight (kg) / [height (m)]2or weight (lbs.) / [height (inches)]2 x 704.5            Below 18.5 = Underweight            18.5 to 24.9 = Normal            25.0 to 29.9 = Overweight            Over 30.0 = Obese

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