Question

select the correct answer. kyle is 30 years old, weighs 125 pounds, and is 72 inches tall. use the formula and chart below as well as a calculator, 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. given kyles bmi, which statement is most likely true of kyles health risks? a. high risk of diabetes and kidney disease. b. possible risk of malnutrition. c. no risk based on weight.

Explanation:

Step1: Identify weight and height values

Weight = 125 pounds, Height = 72 inches

Step2: Apply BMI formula

BMI=$\frac{125}{72^{2}}\times703$
First, calculate $72^{2}=72\times72 = 5184$.
Then, $\frac{125}{5184}\times703=\frac{125\times703}{5184}=\frac{87875}{5184}\approx16.95$

Step3: Determine BMI category

Since $16.95<18.5$, Kyle is under - weight. Under - weight can be associated with a possible risk of malnutrition.

Answer:

B. possible risk of malnutrition