When taking skinfold thickness measurements, which of the following guidelines should be followed?
A. Use the chest, abdomen, and thigh skinfolds for women.
B. Use the triceps, suprailium, and thigh skinfolds for men.
C. Take all measurements on the right side of the body with the person standing.
D. Take all measurements on the left side of the body with the person lying in a supine position.
E. Measure each site twice.
Answer: C
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