Question

lisas grandmother was recently diagnosed with heart disease. her doctor told her she should have some body composition testing done to determine if her body composition is putting her at a greater risk of this condition. she is on a tight budget. which of the following is the easiest and least expensive test for her to start with?
a. waist circumference
b. mri
c. hydrostatic weighing
d. none of the above

please select the best answer from the choices provided.

○ a
○ b
○ c
○ d

Explanation:

Waist circumference only requires a measuring tape, making it low-cost and easy to perform. MRI and hydrostatic weighing are expensive, specialized tests that are not budget-friendly or easy to access for initial screening.

Answer:

A. waist circumference