Question

2.4.2 test (cst): fitness and nutrition
question 17 of 20
an obese man, 55 and 200 pounds, sets a long - term goal to lose 50 pound
which of these is a reasonable benchmark he might set for himself?
body mass index (bmi) table for adults

a. lose 25 pounds in four months.
b. lose 100 pounds in eight months.
c. quit smoking.
d. exercise every day.

Explanation:

• Option B: Losing 100 pounds in eight months is an extremely aggressive and likely unhealthy goal. Rapid weight loss at this rate is not sustainable and can be dangerous.
• Option C: While quitting smoking is a great health goal, it is not directly related to the weight - loss benchmark in the context of the question.
• Option D: Exercising every day is a good habit, but it is a means to an end (weight loss) rather than a specific weight - loss benchmark.
• Option A: Losing 25 pounds in four months (about 6.25 pounds per month) is a more reasonable rate of weight loss. A healthy rate of weight loss is generally considered to be 1 - 2 pounds per week. 6.25 pounds per month (about 1.56 pounds per week) is within a reasonable range.

Answer:

A. Lose 25 pounds in four months.