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?
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?
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.

gnech · Answer

250/72^2 x703 =33.9023919   
I think C since he is obese (30 or greater)

gnech · Answer

Maybe my calculations are wrong.

gnech · Answer

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