Seth is 18 years old, weighs 250 pounds, and is 72 inches tall. Use the formula and chart below to evaluate his weight, and then answer the question.

BMI = Weight (in pounds) ÷ [Height (in inches)]² x 703

BMI categories, general:
Underweight: less than 18.5
Normal weight: 18.5-24.9
Overweight: 25-29.9
Obese: 30 or greater

What does his BMI indicate about Seth's health?
Select one of the options below as your answer:

A.
He has a slight risk of weight-related diseases.
B.
He is at risk of malnutrition.
C.
He has a high risk of diabetes and kidney disease.

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Seth is 18 years old, weighs 250 pounds, and is 72 inches tall. Use the formula and chart below to evaluate his weight, and then answer the question.

BMI = Weight (in pounds) ÷ [Height (in inches)]² x 703

BMI categories, general:
Underweight: less than 18.5
Normal weight: 18.5-24.9
Overweight: 25-29.9
Obese: 30 or greater

What does his BMI indicate about Seth's health?
Select one of the options below as your answer:

A.
    He has a slight risk of weight-related diseases.
    B.
    He is at risk of malnutrition.
    C.
    He has a high risk of diabetes and kidney disease.

anonymous · Answer

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jhonyy9 · Answer

so the height is squared there ?